When considering the mechanical advantage of the lever in the image, would it be easier or more difficult to lift the load if the fulcrum was moved closer to the resistance load (output)? explain.

mechanical advantage is given as

MA = E/L                      where E = distance of the effort arm from fulcrum

                                              L = distance of the load arm from fulcrum

as the fulcrum is moved closed to load , the value of E greater than the value of L

E > L

or E/L > 1

so  MA > 1

value of mechanical advantage greater than 1 signifies that it is easier to lift the load .

so  it be easier to lift the load if the fulcrum was moved closer to the resistance load (output).

false

explanation:

boats, things on boats luggage are way more heavy then water.