Efficiency of Car Jack - Physics 11 Help

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The discussion focuses on calculating the efficiency of a car jack using the formula for efficiency: eff = (mgh/f*d) x 100%. In this scenario, the car jack applies a force of 3000N to lift one side of a car by 10 cm, while the user exerts a force of 1200N over a distance of 30 cm. The efficiency can be determined by substituting the given values into the formula, leading to a definitive calculation of the jack's performance.

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Homework Statement



a car jack applies a force of 3000N to lift one side of a car a distance of 10 cm. in order to accomplish this the person using the jack needed to apply a force of 1200N to the handle moving it 30 cm. what is the jack's efficiency?

Homework Equations



eff = (mgh/f*d) x 100%

The Attempt at a Solution



idk where 2 start??
 
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