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Question

Which machine usually helps in conversion of rotation to translation and vice-versa?

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Screw

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Scissors

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Wheel

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Wedge

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Solution

The correct option is C

Wheel


A wheel can be used to convert rotational motion into translational motion. For example in a bicycle, the rider causes rotatory motion in the pedals and that effort is converted into translation of the cycle by the application of the wheels.

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