Question

The wheel and axle together form a simple machine. Given below is an example of wheel and axle arrangements. Label the wheel and axle in the given example.

Answer 1

1. A wheel alone is not a machine but when attached to a rod it becomes a machine.
2. A wheel with a rod attached is known as a wheel and axle arrangement.
3. Wheel and axle arrangement is used as a speed multiplier or force multiplier.
4. For example, the doorknob, and the steering wheel of a vehicle.
5. Labeling the wheel and axle in the given diagram-