During Each Cycle of Operation, the Thermal Energy Input to a Heat

question 64

Multiple Choice

During each cycle of operation, the thermal energy input to a heat engine is 400 J and the exhaust is 300 J. This engine's efficiency is

• A) 25%.
• B) 100%.
• C) 75%.
• D) 50%.
• E) 0%.

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