Grade 11 Physics Help: Questions & Answers

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The discussion revolves around a set of physics problems related to work, power, efficiency, and mechanical advantage, typically encountered in a Grade 11 physics context. The scope includes theoretical concepts and practical applications of machines and forces.

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  • Participant Nikki196 presents multiple physics problems involving work, power, efficiency, and mechanical advantage, seeking assistance with calculations and concepts.
  • Another participant questions Nikki196's understanding of the problems, implying a need for her to demonstrate prior knowledge before receiving help.
  • A participant provides formulas for Ideal Mechanical Advantage (IMA) and Power, outlining the definitions and properties of ideal machines, including assumptions about friction and efficiency.
  • A reminder is issued to avoid double posting and to follow up in the designated thread.

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The discussion shows a lack of consensus, with some participants focusing on providing help while others emphasize the importance of understanding the material before seeking assistance. The responses indicate differing approaches to the homework questions.

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There are assumptions about the definitions of terms like work, power, and efficiency that may not be explicitly stated. The discussion does not resolve the specific calculations or the application of the formulas provided.

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I have a few questions I've been having troubles with, and I was hoping someone could help me out...
1) A machine does 4000 J of work in accelerating a 20 kg object, intially at rest, at 3.0 m/s2 for 5.0s determine
a) The efficiency of the machine
b) The power output of the machine

2)A block and tackle is used to raise a 100kg load. If the maximum applied force is 220N, how many strands of rope must support the moveable block?

3)A wrench is used to turn a bolt of 6.0mm diameter. The centre of the bolt head is 0.2m from the applied force.
a) what is the IMA of this machine?
b) If the efficiency is 50%, what is the AMA of the machine?

4) A ramp is 12m in length and has a grade of 25%
a)If friction is neglected, what force is required to push a 120-kg box up the ramp?
b) If the actual force required is 490 N, determine the efficiency of the ramp.

If someone could help me it would be awesome!
Nikki196 :wink:
 
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Well I did this in 7th grade, what do you know so far about these problems? We wouldn't want to do your homework for you, would we?
 
IMA

IMA = DE/DR
where DE equals the effort distance and DR equals the resistance distance.

Properties of an ideal machine, which does not exist in reality:
1. It is frictionless.
2. Its actual mechanical advantage is equal to its ideal mechanical advantage.
3. Its mechanical efficiency is 100%

Power

P=W/t
P=power
W=work
t=time

Power is work exerted over time.
 

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