When more load is moved with less effort by a simple machine, it is called a multiplier.
A
efficiency
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B
force
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C
complex
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D
advantage
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Solution
The correct option is B force A simple machine is called a force multiplier, if it needs less effort to manipulate a heavy load. For such machines, the mechanical advantage is always greater than unity. Examples of force multipliers include simple pulleys, wheels etc.