There are plenty of ways to make life easier, and this is one of them! For step-by-step instructions of this experiment go here: https://mel.sc/sQ_/ For cool and safe experiments to do at home, sign up for MEL Science here: https://mel.sc/sRA/ | MEL Science

This is a lever. With Tilly changing how the lever sits, which spot do you think makes it easiest for her to lift a load? We're tinkering with the six simple machines that make life so much easier when it comes to increasing the amount of force you exert on things. From the wedges of knives that help up cut up fruit & veg, to the wheel and axles (wheels) of our cars that help us get from A to B, these simple machines are found everywhere! Come experiment with our Trial and Error Trolley activiti