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Cannot be treated as a machine but a lever mechanism.

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Q: A screwdriver is used to open a paint can is an example of what type of machine?
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When you use a screwdriver to open the lid of a paint can describe the cause and effect of using some other simple machine?

Example of a lever.


A screwdriver being used to open a paint can is an example of what type of machine. 1. screw 2. inclined plane 3. wedge 4. wheel and axle 5. lever 6. pulley?

5. Lever


When a screwdriver is used as a lever to open a paint can what is changed as the work is done?

lever


When a paint-can opener is used to open a can of paint which type of simple machine is being used?

A lever.


How do you open glidden paint?

A simple flathead screw driver can be used to pry the lid off the paint can. Work the screwdriver around the entire lid then pop it off! Simple


Which is better for prying open a stuck cover from a pan of paint- thick screwdriver or long handled screwdriver?

The wider the screwdriver, the better. Longer handle will give a fling affect possibly resulting in thrown paint splatter.ANS 2 - Why not do the sensible thing and just get a paint can opening handle, available for less than a dollar at every paint store and hardware store.


What is used for screw driver?

A screwdriver is used for turning screws. The original name was "turnscrew". They are misused for other things, such as prying open paint cans.


What is a screw driver used for?

A screwdriver is used for turning screws. The original name was "turnscrew". They are misused for other things, such as prying open paint cans.


How do you open a can of paint with a screwdriver?

Wedge the tip under the lid and rotate the can, moving the top around a bit at a time. It will come off , but not all at once.


Why is it easy to open a lid on, for example, a point tin by using a screwdriver?

Because it depends on the type of tool you use.


Is a short or long screwdriver better to open a can of paint?

It's all about torque. Basically, the further away from the pivot you apply the force, the less force you need to apply. Since the screwdriver means you can apply a force further away from the pivot (where you put the head of the screwdriver underneath the lid of the paint can), it means you can apply less force.


How do you get a screwdriver exmortis 2?

Open the toolbox in the closet with the code 831. The screwdriver is inside.