A machine uses an input force of 200 newton to produce an output force of 800 newton. What is the mechanical advantage of this machine

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Karlee Bray

2 February, 08:57

A machine uses an input force of 200 newton to produce an output force of 800 newton. What is the mechanical advantage of this machine

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Keon Frazier · Answer 1

M. A = 4

Explanation:

mechanical advantage (force ratio) is simply the ratio of output force to input force or ratio of load to effort.

From the question,

input force = 200 N

output force = 800 N

M. A = 800 : 200

M. A = 4