The Main Reason for the Large Inefficiency of the Automobile

question 9

Multiple Choice

The main reason for the large inefficiency of the automobile is

• A) friction in the moving parts.
• B) the kinetic principle.
• C) the second law of thermodynamics.
• D) the first law of thermodynamics.
• E) unburned hydrocarbons.

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Prepaid Insurance

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Retained Earnings

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