Question

1. which of the following describes the effort arm? the end of the lever that moves the load. the point where the lever is supported. the side of the lever on which the force is exerted. the weight or resistance that is being moved.

Explanation:

• The end of the lever that moves the load is the load - related part, not the effort arm.
• The point where the lever is supported is the fulcrum.
• The weight or resistance being moved is the load.
• The effort arm is defined as the side of the lever on which the force (effort) is exerted.

Answer:

The side of the lever on which the force is exerted.