Where is the power applied?

The power is applied by the hand to the long arm of the lever.

How may a see-saw be made?

A see-saw may be made by placing a plank or a board across a rail in a fence, so that it will balance.

Is the see-saw, as shown in [Fig. 43], an example of the lever?

Yes; the see-saw is an example of the lever.

Fig. 43.

What are the parts of the plank on each side of the fence-rail called?

They are called the arms of the lever.