JAMB Physics 1994 Question 12

Question 12

Simple Machines

Calculate the velocity ratio of a screw jack of pitch 0.3cm if the length of the tommy bar is 21cm.

  1. A.(1/140)π
  2. B.14π
  3. C.70π
  4. D.140π
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Answer: D (140π)

Explanation

V.R. = 2πL ÷ pitch = 2π × 21 ÷ 0.3 = 140π.