We decided to exclude the traditional list of "simple machines, " which includes the lever, pulley, wheel and wedge, since most other tools employ some form of simple machine--a hammer is basically a lever, and an axe is essentially a wedge.

FORBES: Methodology

Just make sure you're facing off against a trustworthy opponent, as NERF is relying on the honor system and it's pretty simple to just flick the lever in the basket to rack up points.

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