Inquiry Into Physics
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Author: Ostdiek, Vern J.
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Chapter 7, Problem 26P
. A certain electric motor draws a current of 10 A when connected to 120 V
(a) What is the motor’s power consumption?
(b) How much energy does it use during 4 h of operation?
Express the answer in joules and in kilowatt-hours.
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