A refrigerating system operates on the reversed Carnot cycle. The higher temperature of the refrigerant in the system is 120°F and the lower temperature is 10°F. The capacity is 20TR. Neglecting losses, determine compressor's horsepower.

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A refrigerating system operates on the reversed Carnot cycle. The higher temperature of the refrigerant in the system is 120°F and
the lower temperature is 10°F. The capacity is 20TR. Neglecting losses, determine compressor's horsepower.
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