What is the sleeve called that is used to give the axle a smooth surface to rub against.bushingwood dowelbearingA twisting force.compressiontorquetensionEnergy that is stored is called:potential energystable energykinetic energyA compressed spring of a mouse trap car is an example of ____________ energy.potential kineticstableThe distance form the turning axis to the point of contact is called the:torque pointlever armturning pointWho invented the spring loaded mouse trap?James spellingThomas WardJames Henry AtkinsonIn general the longer the length of the plan the _________ force is needed to move the object.morelessThe balance point of an object is called the center of ______________.tensionbalancemassMost cutting devices use the principle of:the leverthe wheelthe inclined planeWhat force opposes motion and has a great effect on a mouse trap cars performance.frictiongravitybearings Loading...