Question

What is the effect of using this inclined plane? (1 point) Responses The object can be lifted while using a downward force. The object can be lifted while using a downward force. The object can be lifted while being pushed over a shorter distance. The object can be lifted while being pushed over a shorter distance. The object can be lifted with less force. The object can be lifted with less force. The object can be lifted with less total work. The object can be lifted with less total work.

Answer 1

The primary effect of using an inclined plane is that "the object can be lifted with less force."

When using an inclined plane, it allows for a larger distance to be traveled at a lower height, which reduces the amount of force needed to lift an object compared to lifting it straight up vertically. This means that while you may not necessarily perform less total work (in terms of energy), you can apply a smaller force over a longer distance to achieve the same elevation gain.