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Side A ------ Side B
Define Mechanical Advantage ------ The ratio of output force to input force.
Mechanical Advantage Equation ------ MA=L(e)/L(r)   Mechanical Advantage=length of the effort arm/length of resistance arm
1st Class Lever ------ RFE-Resistance, Fulcrum, EffortExample: Atlanto-Occipital Joint of Neck
2nd Class Lever ------ FRE-Fulcrum, Resistance, EffortExample: Mandible
3rd Class Lever ------ REF-Resistance, Effort, FulcrumExample: The forearm, when you flex your arm