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In Physics / High School | 2014-04-23

Which would best reduce the amount of energy needed to pull a wagon up a ramp?

1. Increasing the slope of the ramp
2. Reducing the friction between the wagon wheels
3. Reducing the length of the wagon handle
4. Increasing the friction between the wagon wheels

Asked by NaNaNaBatman

Answer (3)

reducing the friction between wagon weels

Answered by crohtansh | 2024-06-10

2.Reducing the friction between the wagon wheels ;

Answered by jbiain | 2024-06-12

The best way to reduce the energy needed to pull a wagon up a ramp is to reduce the friction between the wagon wheels. This decrease in friction results in less force needed to move the wagon, making it easier to pull. Therefore, the correct choice is option 2.
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Answered by jbiain | 2025-01-07