Efficiency of a 265W Motor at 4.30A from 120V Line | Energy Usage in 1.50 Hours

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The discussion revolves around calculating the efficiency of a 265W motor that operates at a current of 4.30A from a 120V line, as well as determining the energy consumption in Joules over a period of 1.50 hours.

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  • Participants discuss various equations related to power, including definitions and relationships between voltage, current, and resistance. Questions about the definition of efficiency and the information provided in the problem are also raised.

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What is the efficiency of a 265W motor that draws 4.30A from 120V line?
How much energy in Joules does this motor use in 1.50 hour?

thanks in advance..
 
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What have you tried? Do you know what power is?
 
power has two equations :
1) P(t)= W/t = -PE/t = q.V/t = I.V
2) P= I (I.R)
 
aMo0oDi said:
power has two equations :
1) P(t)= W/t = -PE/t = q.V/t = I.V
2) P= I (I.R)

Power can also be expressed as P=V^2/R

Now what is efficiency defined as?

Finally, what information are you given and what can you do with it?
 
aMo0oDi said:
power has two equations :
1) P(t)= W/t = -PE/t = q.V/t = I.V
2) P= I (I.R)
If W/t=IV
W=J/s
I=Amps
V=Volts

You just plug it in, then find the efficiency.
 

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