Match each simple machine to its description.

Column A
1. _ An inclined plane that moves when it is used.
2. _ A special type of inclined plane that is stationary.
3. _ A simple machine made with a rope wrapped around a wheel.
4. _ A inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder
5. _ A simple machine with a pivot between the effort and resistance
6. _ A rotating version of a lever similar to a screw with a large circular object on one end and a smaller circular object attached to it.
Column B
a. Screw
b. Wedge
c. Pulley
d. Ramp (Inclined Plane)
e. Lever
f. Wheel and Axle

1 answer

1. d. Ramp (Inclined Plane)
2. b. Wedge
3. c. Pulley
4. a. Screw
5. e. Lever
6. f. Wheel and Axle