The Carnot Efficiency for a Heat Engine Operating Between the Temperatures

question 26

Multiple Choice

The Carnot efficiency for a heat engine operating between the temperatures of 227º C and 27ºC is

• A)20%
• B)25%
• C)40%
• D)88%
• E)100%

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