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Name the three classes of levers and state how are they distinguished. Give two examples of each class.

Solutions:

The three types of levers are as follows:

(i) Class I levers:

The fulcrum F is located between the effort E and the load L in this type of lever.
A claw hammer, a beam from a physical balance, a crowbar, and a seesaw are among examples.
(ii) Class II levers:

The load L is located between the effort E and the fulcrum F in these levers. As a result, the load arm is always longer than the effort arm.
A wheelbarrow, a paper cutter, a door, and a nutcracker are among examples.
(iii) Class III levers:

The effort E is located between the fulcrum F and the load L in these levers. As a result, the load arm is always smaller than the effort arm.
For instance, fire tongs, a knife, a fishing rod, and sugar tongs