Question

Which example represents a class 2 lever? (1 point)
• a screwdriver opening a paint can
• salad tongs picking up salad
• a car door being opened and shut
tweezers plucking hairs

Answer 1

A class 2 lever has the load positioned between the effort and the fulcrum. Among the options provided, **salad tongs picking up salad** represent a class 2 lever, as the load (salad) is between the effort (force applied when squeezing the tongs) and the fulcrum (the pivot point where the tongs are hinged).