An Ideal Carnot Heat Engine Operates Between $285 \mathrm {~K}$ And $460 \mathrm {~K} .$

question 39

Multiple Choice

An ideal Carnot heat engine operates between $285 \mathrm {~K}$ and $460 \mathrm {~K} .$ What is its efficiency?

• A) 0.38
• B) 0.62
• C) 0.61
• D) 1.61

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Definitions:

Three Figure Accuracy

The accuracy of a number rounded to the nearest hundred; signifies a level of precision.

Pair of Equations

A pair of equations that are simultaneously solved to identify a shared solution for their variables.

Three Figure Accuracy

The precision of a numerical value rounded to the nearest hundredth, typically used in scientific or technical contexts.

Pair of Equations

Two equations related in such a way that they share at least one common variable, often solved together.