The Relative Efficiency of a Lever Is Proportional to Which

question 43

Multiple Choice

The relative efficiency of a lever is proportional to which of the following?

• A)mechanical advantage of the lever
• B)length of the force arm
• C)length of the resistance arm
• D)the amount of force needed to move the lever

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Definitions:

Representativeness Heuristic

A cognitive shortcut where an individual assesses the probability of an event based on how similar it is to the typical case.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal traits and underemphasize situational factors when explaining others' behavior.

Situational Causes

Factors external to an individual that are viewed as causes for behavior.

Heuristics

Simplified strategies or shortcuts used to make decisions and solve problems more efficiently.