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Give examples where effect of force is increased and decreased? Explain how.

Effect of force is increased in tools like knives, axes, pins and nails. The effect of force is increased by decreasing the area on which they act.
Effect force is decreased in the foundation of buildings and dams. In vehicles, additional tyres are provided to carry heavy loads. The effect of force is decreased by increasing the area.

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