(a) Explain, in terms of the definition of power, why energy
consumption is sometimes listed in kilowatt-hours (kWh) rather than
joules. What is the relationship between these two energy
units?
(b) Does the work done in lifting an object depend on how fast it
is lifted? Does the power expended depend on how fast it is
lifted?
(c) How can a 50W light bulb use more energy than a 1 kW oven?
Energy consumption and work done
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