An Ideal Carnot Air Conditioner Operates Between an Indoor Temperature

question 4

Multiple Choice

An ideal Carnot air conditioner operates between an indoor temperature of 20°C and an outdoor temperature of 39°C.How much energy does it use to remove 2000 J of heat from the interior of the house?

• A)105 J
• B)130 J
• C)780 J
• D)520 J
• E)340 J

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