High School Placement Test (HSPT) Practice Test

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Which word does not belong with the others?

trapeze
wedge
lever
pulley

The correct answer is: trapeze

The word "trapeze" does not belong with the others because it refers specifically to a piece of equipment used in gymnastics or circus performance, characterized by a horizontal bar suspended by two ropes. In contrast, the other words—wedge, lever, and pulley—are all types of simple machines that are used in physics and engineering to make work easier by modifying the direction or magnitude of a force. These simple machines are fundamental concepts in mechanics, whereas a trapeze is more closely associated with recreational and performance activities rather than mechanical advantage or force application. Hence, the distinction lies in the fact that trapeze is not a mechanical device, making it the odd one out in this context.