The sequence of diagrams 1 2 and 3 below represents different levers being used to lift a 100-newton (N) weight. The distance in meters (m) from the fulcrum to the applied force is different in each diagram.How many meters from the fulcrum to the applied force would allow this weight to be lifted using only 10 N of applied force?

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The sequence of diagrams 1 2 and 3 below represents different levers being used to lift a 100-newton (N) weight. The distance in meters (m) from the fulcrum to the applied force is different in each diagram.<br><img src='https://fatskills.com/images2/science-questions/Regents_2015_8th_Grade_23.PNG'><br>How many meters from the fulcrum to the applied force would allow this weight to be lifted using only 10 N of applied force?






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