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A machine raised a load of 360 N through a distance of 200 mm. The effort, a force of 60 N moved 1.8 m during the process. Calculate mechanical advantage.

(a) 6

(b) 7

(c) 8

(d) 9

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Question is taken from Relative Velocity of Two Bodies Moving in Straight Lines in division Velocity in Mechanisms of Machine Kinematics

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Correct option is (a) 6

Explanation: Given, load raised, W = 360 N

Effort applied, P = 60 N

Distance moved by the effort, y = 1.8 m

Distance moved by the load, x = 200 mm = 0.2 m

Mechanical advantage, M.A. = W/P = 360/60 = 6.

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