What is the purpose of increasing the length and thinness of a wedge?
A)to decrease the distance over which which a force needs to be applied
B)to make the wedge lighter and easier to carry
C)to increase the mechanical advantage
D)to help the wedge to stay clean and well-lubricated
C is correct the length and thinness give a mechanical advantage it is built purposefully this way if its a fat short wedge you cant do anything with it other than a paper wieght
