Sofia needs to load a heavy box into the back of a truck. The box is too heavy to lift straight up. Which simple machine could she use?, inclined plane, Daniel wants to raise a flag to the top of a tall flagpole while standing on the ground. Which simple machine should he use?, pulley, A carpenter needs to join two pieces of wood firmly so they do not separate. Which simple machine should the carpenter use?, screw, Laura needs to move a heavy rock, but she cannot lift it with her hands. She places a long, strong bar under the rock and pushes down on the other end. Which simple machine is she using?, lever, Andres needs to cut a large piece of wood into two smaller pieces. Which simple machine could he use?, wedge, A person needs to move several heavy bags across a large garden. Carrying the bags would require too much effort. Which simple machine could help?, wheel and axle, Elena needs to take a heavy bucket of water out of a deep well. Which simple machine would help her lift it?, pulley, A person using a wheelchair needs to enter a building with several steps. Which simple machine would provide easier access?, inclined plane, Tomas needs to open a tightly closed jar. He turns the lid several times until it comes off. Which simple machine is part of the jar lid?, screw, A gardener needs to separate hard soil to plant a small tree. Which simple machine could help cut into and separate the soil?, wedge, Mariana wants to open a heavy paint can. She places the end of a metal tool under the lid and pushes the handle downward. Which simple machine is she using?, lever, Fernando turns a round doorknob to open a door. Which simple machine is found in the doorknob?, wheel and axle

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