What Is the Difference Between a Kilowatt and a Kilowatt

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Multiple Choice

What is the difference between a kilowatt and a kilowatt hour? Which is a quantity of energy? Which is a measurement of available power?

• A)A kilowatt is measure of force. A kilowatt hour is a measure of energy. Therefore a kilowatt hour is a measurement of available power.
• B)A kilowatt is a measure of force per unit area and therefore a measurement of energy. A kilowatt hour is a measure of available power, metered on your electric bill.
• C)A kilowatt is a measurement of the rate at which energy is delivered, which is power. A kilowatt hour is an amount of energy, which is metered on your electric bill.
• D)A kilowatt is a measure of force while a kilowatt hour is a measure of energy flow. Neither is a measure of available power. Available power is the term used by the power company for its output potential.

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