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OpenStudy (anonymous):

I will fan and medal, but I need explanation. The input force of a pulley system must move 8.0 m to lift a 3000-N engine a distance of 2.0 m. What is the IMA of the system?

OpenStudy (matt101):

What does IMA stand for?

OpenStudy (matt101):

Something about mechanical advantage?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

IMA = Input distance Output distance = 6.0 m 0.50 m = 12 IMA = 12

OpenStudy (anonymous):

it means ideal mechanical advantage matt101 :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

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