A Carnot Engine Operating Between Reservoir Temperatures of 340º C

question 4

Multiple Choice

A Carnot engine operating between reservoir temperatures of 340º C and 40ºC has an efficiency of

• A)37.5%
• B)49.0%
• C)60.0%
• D)62.5%
• E)88.2%

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