The distance form the turning axis to the point of contact is called the:turning pointlever armtorque pointWhat is the sleeve called that is used to give the axle a smooth surface to rub against.bearingwood dowelbushingMost cutting devices use the principle of:the wheelthe leverthe inclined planeA twisting force.compressiontorquetensionA car built for distance requires a ____________ lever arm.stableshortlongA compressed spring of a mouse trap car is an example of ____________ energy.stablepotential kineticThe balance point of an object is called the center of ______________.massbalancetensionWho invented the spring loaded mouse trap?Thomas WardJames spellingJames Henry AtkinsonIn general the longer the length of the plan the _________ force is needed to move the object.lessmoreWhat force opposes motion and has a great effect on a mouse trap cars performance.frictionbearingsgravity Loading...