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Levers

A lever system with weights suspended and a torque meter
PIRA: 1M20.40

Materials: 2 Table Clamps, 3 Rods, 1 Meter Stick with Holes, Different Masses, Scale, 90 degree clamp

The three different classes of levers can be demonstrated with one of the several meter and yard sticks that already have holes drilled at regular intervals. Table clamps and rods can be implemented as shown to construct a more or less hands-free demonstration.