Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Potential difference and power

Potential difference and power — practice question

(a)[1]

Define power

(b(i))[2]

Calculate the power delivered to the car’s wheels by the motor.

(b(ii))[2]

Calculate the useful work carried out by the motor as the car travels a distance of $17\,\text{km}$.

(b(iii))[3]

The potential difference (p.d.) across the motor is kept at $600\,\text{V}$, and the motor works with an efficiency of $85\%$. Calculate the current in the motor.

(c(i))[1]

State and explain any effect of the slope on the air resistance acting on the car.

(c(ii))[1]

State and explain any effect of the slope on the current in the motor.

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