movement analysis

Question 1

what is the mechanical advantage of a 1st class lever

Answer 1

will vary depending on the length of the resistance and effort arm

Question 2

what is the mechanical advantage of a 2nd class lever

Answer 2

able to lift heavier loads due to a large effort arm (length between fulcrum and effort)

Question 3

what is the mechanical advanatage of a 3rd class lever

Answer 3

provides high speeds and a high range of movement due to its long resistance arm (length between fulcrum and load)

Question 4

what is the axis for a frontal plane and give a sporting example

Answer 4

sagittal axis
cartwheel

Question 5

what is the axis for a sagittal plane and give a sporting examples

Answer 5

frontal axis
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