Question 14
Simple MachinesWhich of the following machines does NOT apply the lever principle?
- A.Claw hammer
- B.Wheel barrow
- C.Single moving pulley
- D.Sugar tongs
- E.Nutcrackers
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (Single moving pulley)
Explanation
Claw hammers, wheelbarrows, sugar tongs and nutcrackers are all levers turning about a pivot. A pulley is classed as a separate simple machine.