Alvariga Multipurpose Logging Corporation situated in Sorsogon operates a Diesel Electric Plant to supply its electric energy requirements. During a 24 hour period, the plant consumed 250 gallons of fuel at 80 deg F and produced 2700 KW-hours. Industrial fuel used is 30 deg API and was purchased at P3.00/liters at 60 deg F. Determine the heating value of the fuel in Btu/lb by ASME formula

Alvariga Multipurpose Logging Corporation situated in Sorsogon operates a Diesel Electric Plant to supply its electric energy requirements. During a 24 hour period, the plant consumed 250 gallons of fuel at 80 deg F and produced 2700 KW-hours. Industrial fuel used is 30 deg API and was purchased at P3.00/liters at 60 deg F. Determine the heating value of the fuel in Btu/lb by ASME formula

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