Why is a heavy object easier to lift when the effort arm of a lever is increased?

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Why is a heavy object easier to lift when the effort arm of a lever is increased? — Exam MCQ

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B. A larger turning moment is produced for the same effort — Moment = force × perpendicular distance. Increasing the effort arm increases the turning moment for the same effort.

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A. The load becomes lighter

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C. Gravity disappears

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D. The fulcrum moves automatically

Why is a heavy object easier to lift when the effort arm of a lever is increased?

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