If You Were Thinking About a Washing Machine as a System

question 121

Multiple Choice

If you were thinking about a washing machine as a system, which of the following represents the process?

• A)the dirty clothes, water, and detergent
• B)the clean clothes
• C)the wash and rinse cycle
• D)the light indicating that the washer is off balance and has stopped

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