Which Statement Disagrees with the Second Law of Thermodynamics

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which statement disagrees with the second law of thermodynamics?

• A) The disorder of a system and its surroundings decreases overall with time.
• B) Chemical energy may be converted to light energy.
• C) Only a portion of the total energy of a system is available to do work.
• D) Potential energy may be used to do work.
• E) During energy conversion, some energy can be lost as heat.

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Definitions:

Net Present Value Rule

A principle that states an investment should be made if the net present value of its cash flows, discounted at the hurdle rate, is positive.

Invest

The act of allocating resources, usually money, with the expectation of generating an income or profit.

Cost of Capital

The rate of return that a company must earn on its investment projects to maintain its market value and attract funds.

Present Value

The current value of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows given a specified rate of return.