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The disadvantage of a fixed pulley is that if it's not fixed in a location where you need it, it's used less.

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What are advantages and disadvantages of a fixed pulley?

Advantages of a fixed pulley include a simple design, providing mechanical advantage to lift heavy loads by distributing the force required. However, a fixed pulley does not change the direction of the force applied, so lifting can still be strenuous as the distance remains the same.


What is the difference between single fixed pulley and a fixed pulley?

Movable pulley is attache to the object you are moving while Fixed Pulley changes direction of the applied force.LaDy_caRoLi "Christine carren alcantara"


What is an effect on fixed pulley?

The fixed pulley only changes the direction of the force applied.


What are 2 different kinds of pulleys?

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What is a fixed pully?

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What is the definition of a combined pulley?

fixed and movable pulleys can be combined.


Is a fixed pulley also a stationary pulley?

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What kind of pulley does a tow truck have?

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Unlike a fixed pulley a movable pulley the?

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Is a fixed pulley a simple pulley?

Yes, there is no difference


What is an example of a fixed pulley?

An example of a fixed pulley is a flagpole. The pulley is attached to the top of the pole, and the rope passes through it to help raise and lower the flag. The pulley remains stationary as the flag is moved up and down by pulling on the rope.


How can a fixed pulley and movable pulley be put together?

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