alleryWhy can a machine not deliver more work than it receives?
AIts load must weigh less
BIts parts cannot move quickly
CIt has no independent energy source
DIts output force is always smaller
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. It has no independent energy source
A machine transforms input energy but does not contain a source to add work.
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