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The diagram below shows a lever in use.

If FA = 40 cm, AB = 60 cm, then find the mechanical advantage of the lever.

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`LxxL.A.=ExxE.A.`
`M.A.=L/E=(E.A.)/(L.A.)=100/40=2.5`
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