Tasha uses a mallet and wedge to help her split wood. The picture shows the mallet and wedge.
Tasha uses the wedge because it is a simple machine that provides a mechanical advantage. Mechanical advantage is calculated using the formula
What is the mechanical advantage of the wedge?
A.
0.5
B.
2.0
C.
4.5
D.
8.0
B. 2.0
The mechanical advantage of the wedge is typically considered to be 2.0, as it allows the same amount of work to be done with less force.