Write the uses of the following simple machines:

Inclined plane

Wedge

Screw

Wheel and axle [4 Marks]

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Incline plane: It is used to displace objects to a height with less effort. [1 Mark]

Wedge: It is used to cut objects. [1 Mark]

Screw: It is used to join objects. [1 Mark]

Wheel and axle: It is used to transport objects without the need to slide them on the ground. [1 Mark]

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Write the uses of the following simple machines: Inclined plane Wedge Screw Wheel and axle [4 Marks]

Incline plane: It is used to displace objects to a height with less effort. [1 Mark] Wedge: It is used to cut objects. [1 Mark] Screw: It is used to join objects. [1 Mark] Wheel and axle: It is used to transport objects without the need to slide them on the ground. [1 Mark]

Write the uses of the following simple machines:

Inclined plane

Wedge

Screw

Wheel and axle [4 Marks]

Incline plane: It is used to displace objects to a height with less effort. [1 Mark]

Wedge: It is used to cut objects. [1 Mark]

Screw: It is used to join objects. [1 Mark]

Wheel and axle: It is used to transport objects without the need to slide them on the ground. [1 Mark]