A knife is an example of wedge.

Downward direction

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The correct option is A
Downward direction

A wedge is a simple machine used to separate or cut an object, lift up an object or keep an object in place. Axe, knife, nail, and needle are examples of a wedge. The cutting edge of knife can be visualized as being made up of two inclined plane.

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A knife is an example of wedge.

The correct option is A Downward direction A wedge is a simple machine used to separate or cut an object, lift up an object or keep an object in place. Axe, knife, nail, and needle are examples of a wedge. The cutting edge of knife can be visualized as being made up of two inclined plane.

The correct option is A
Downward direction

A wedge is a simple machine used to separate or cut an object, lift up an object or keep an object in place. Axe, knife, nail, and needle are examples of a wedge. The cutting edge of knife can be visualized as being made up of two inclined plane.