what statement describes how a machine can make work easier? a: it can put out more force than the input force by decreasing the distance over which the force is applied; b: it can increase the amount of work performed if the output force is in the same direction as the input force; c: it can apply a greater output force over a greater distance compared to the input force and distance; d: it can increase the distance over which output force acts by applying less output force than input force