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Answer true or false.
The unit of mechanical advantage (M.A.) is Newton.

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To determine whether the statement "The unit of mechanical advantage (M.A.) is Newton" is true or false, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand Mechanical Advantage Mechanical Advantage (M.A.) is defined as the ratio of the load force (output force) to the effort force (input force) applied to a machine. ### Step 2: Write the Formula The formula for mechanical advantage is: \[ \text{M.A.} = \frac{\text{Load}}{\text{Effort}} \] ...
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  • The mechanical advantage of tongs is

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    always equal to one.
    B
    always less than one.
    C
    always greater than one.
    D
    sometimes less than one and sometimes greater than one.
  • The mechanical advantage of tongs is

    A
    always equal to one
    B
    always less than one
    C
    always greater than one
    D
    sometimes less than one and sometimes greater than one.
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