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Area 3: Mechanisms and structures

Quick questions on Mechanisms: levers and gears - SQA Higher Engineering Science

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A machine lifts a 400 N load with a 100 N effort. Find the mechanical advantage. [1 mark]
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A 10-tooth driver meshes with a 40-tooth driven gear. State the gear ratio. [1 mark]
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A machine has MA=3MA = 3 and VR=4VR = 4. Find its efficiency. [2 marks]

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