Get Mechanical Advantage And Efficiency Worksheet

This guide provides clear instructions to assist users in completing the Mechanical Advantage and Efficiency Worksheet online. Follow these steps to ensure accurate results in assessing pulleys.

Follow the steps to successfully fill out the worksheet.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the worksheet and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering your name, date, and class information at the top of the worksheet. This ensures your work is properly identified.
3. Review the provided scenario regarding Carlita, Tom, and Jamal. Read through the initial context to understand their pulley contest.
4. Proceed to the first question and input the output force for Tom’s pulley, using the data given in the example.
5. Next, fill in the input force for Tom’s pulley. This data is essential for calculating mechanical advantage.
6. Calculate Tom's mechanical advantage by dividing the output force by the input force. Enter this value in the specified field on the worksheet.
7. Repeat steps 4 to 6 for Carlita and Jamal's pulleys to determine their mechanical advantages, recording each result in the appropriate chart.
8. Next, move to the efficiency section of the worksheet. Enter the output work for Carlita’s pulley, followed by the input work.
9. Calculate the mechanical efficiency for Carlita's pulley by dividing the output work by the input work, and multiply the result by 100% to convert it to a percentage. Record this value.
10. Perform steps 8 and 9 for both Tom and Jamal’s pulleys, ensuring all mechanical efficiencies are recorded on the chart.
11. Finally, answer the question regarding which pulley won based on your calculations. Write your reasoning in the provided space.
12. Once you have completed the worksheet, save your changes. You can also download, print, or share the final document as needed.

Complete your Mechanical Advantage and Efficiency Worksheet online today to enhance your understanding of pulley systems!