A wheelbarrow is a second-order lever simple machine. The distance from the input force is 1.5 m

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A wheelbarrow is a second-order lever simple machine. The distance from the input force is 1.5 m from the fulcrum whereas the load is placed 80 cm away from the fulcrum. If the load to be lifted is 55 kg, calculate the actual mechanical advantage and the input force required.