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A wedge is a simple machine that is essentially two inclined planes. It is used to separate objects, such as in the head of an axe. The mechanical advantage of a wedge is given by
M
A

=

L
t
, where L is the length of the wedge and t is the thickness. Which of these designs produces the highest mechanical advantage?(1 point)
Responses

A length of 16 in. and a thickness of 4 in.
A length of 16 in. and a thickness of 4 in.

A length of 5 in. and a thickness of 5 in.
A length of 5 in. and a thickness of 5 in.

A length of 12 in. and a thickness of 2 in.
A length of 12 in. and a thickness of 2 in.

A length of 6 in. and a thickness of 2 in.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Compute MA = L/t:

- 16/4 = 4
- 5/5 = 1
- 12/2 = 6
- 6/2 = 3

Highest mechanical advantage is 12 in length and 2 in thickness (MA = 6).