A Tank with a Base of 4 Feet by 3 $499.2 \mathrm { ft } - \mathrm { lb }$

question 22

Multiple Choice

A tank with a base of 4 feet by 3 feet and a height of 4 feet is full of water. The water weighs 62.4 pounds per cubic foot. How much work is done in pumping water out over the top edge
In order to empty half of the tank. Round your answer to one decimal place.

• A) \(499.2 \mathrm { ft } - \mathrm { lb }\)
• B) \(748.8 \mathrm { ft } - \mathrm { lb }\)
• C) \(5,990.4 \mathrm { ft } - \mathrm { lb }\)
• D) \(1,996.8 \mathrm { ft } - \mathrm { lb }\)
• E) \(1,497.6 \mathrm { ft } - \mathrm { lb }\)

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Definitions:

Steam Cycle

A process involving the heating, evaporation, and subsequent condensation of water to generate power, often used in power plants and engines.

Drying Cycle

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sterilization devices that use steam under pressure to kill bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores on medical or scientific equipment.

Pressure

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