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In a lifting machine a weight of 5 kN is lifted through 200 mm by an effort of 0.1 kN moving through 15 m. The mechanical advantage and velocity ratio of the machine are respectively

A. 50 and 75

B. 75 and 50

C. 75 and 75

D. 50 and 50

Answer: Option A


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  1. Rai Pratibha
    Rai Pratibha :
    3 years ago

    Mechanical advantage = weight/ effort
    Velocity ratio=15/0.2
    200 mm= 0.2 m

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