In a third-class lever, how are the positions of the load (W), effort (P), and fulcrum (F) arranged?

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15 Dec 2021
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In a third-class lever, the effort (P) is applied between the fulcrum (F) and the load (W). This means that P is positioned between W and F, distinguishing it from first- and second-class levers where the arrangement differs.

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