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Lesson 1: Work and Power

Question 3 • 350CR Integrated Science

How do the units of work and power compare?

Answer
A
The unit for work is a watt. The unit for power is a joule, which is a watt-second.
B
The unit for work is a watt. The unit for power is a joule, which is a watt per second.
C
The unit for work is a joule. The unit for power is a watt, which is a joule-second.
D
The unit for work is a joule. The unit for power is a watt, which is a joule per second.

Explanation

Work is measured in joules (J). Power is the rate at which work is done, so power equals work divided by time: 1 watt = 1 joule per second (J/s). Therefore, the correct choice is “The unit for work is a joule. The unit for power is a watt, which is a joule per second.”

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