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Distance Multiplier

Key Stage 3

Meaning

A distance multiplier is a tool that increases the distance moved by a force.

About Force Multipliers

A distance can be multiplied due to Conservation of Energy. Since Work Done = Force x distance then a tool can make the distance larger by making the force smaller.
The force provided by the distance multiplier is smaller than the original force.
There are four main distance multipliers you should know: