Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy

Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy — practice question

An electric motor that drives a lift delivers an output power of $20\,\text{kW}$. Together, the lift and its passengers have a total mass of $1500\,\text{kg}$. The motor lifts the lift at constant speed over a distance of $20\,\text{m}$. How long does this take?

  • A$6\,\text{s}$
  • B$15\,\text{s}$
  • C$30\,\text{s}$
  • D$60\,\text{s}$

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