.A refrigerator is rated at a COP of 4. The refrigerated space that it cools requires a peak cooling rate of 30000 kJ/h. What size electrical motor (rated in horsepower) is required for the refrigerator?

.A refrigerator is rated at a COP of 4. The refrigerated space that it cools requires a peak cooling rate of 30000 kJ/h. What size electrical motor (rated in horsepower) is required for the refrigerator?

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.A refrigerator is rated at a COP of 4.
The refrigerated space that it cools
requires a peak
cooling rate of 30000 kJ/h. What
size electrical motor (rated in
horsepower) is required for
the refrigerator?

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