Why are wheels and axles turning like a first class lever?

Wheels and axles function like a first-class lever because they have a fulcrum at the center (the axle) and the effort is applied at the rim of the wheel. When force is applied to the wheel, it creates a rotational motion around the axle, similar to how effort applied to one end of a lever lifts a load on the other end. This mechanical advantage allows for easier movement of heavy loads, as the wheel reduces friction and increases the distance over which the force is applied. Thus, both systems effectively amplify force and facilitate movement.