Question

A person uses a screwdriver as a lever to open a can of paint. Where is the fulcrum in this situation?(1 point)
Responses

the point where the screwdriver touches the rim of the can
the point where the screwdriver touches the rim of the can

the point where the end of the screwdriver lifts up the lid of the can
the point where the end of the screwdriver lifts up the lid of the can

the point where the person pushes down on the screwdriver
the point where the person pushes down on the screwdriver

the point where the person holds onto the can to keep it in place

Answer 1

the point where the screwdriver touches the rim of the can

That contact point is the pivot (fulcrum). The person's push is the effort and the screwdriver tip lifting the lid is doing the load work.