Mr. Fin uses a 710 W hairdryer for 14 minutes per day every day to dry

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In summary, the hairdryer uses 710 watts of power and Mr. Fin uses it for 14 minutes every day, resulting in a total energy usage of 9,940 watts per day. The environmental impact of using the hairdryer can vary depending on the source of electricity, with renewable sources having minimal impact and non-renewable sources contributing to air and water pollution and climate change.
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Mr. Fin uses a 710 W hairdryer for 14 minutes per day every day to dry his thick, long locks. If the power company charges $0.11/kWh, how much does it cost per month (30 days) to operate the hairdryer?


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How many kW is 710 W?
How many hours is 14 min?
 
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Tj8 said:

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I=q/t

That is not a relevant equation here...
 

1. How much power does the hairdryer use?

The hairdryer uses 710 watts of power.

2. How long does Mr. Fin use the hairdryer for?

Mr. Fin uses the hairdryer for 14 minutes per day.

3. How often does Mr. Fin use the hairdryer?

Mr. Fin uses the hairdryer every day.

4. How much energy is used in total?

The hairdryer uses 9,940 watts of energy per day (710 watts x 14 minutes).

5. What is the environmental impact of using the hairdryer?

The environmental impact of using the hairdryer depends on the source of electricity. If the electricity comes from renewable sources, the impact will be minimal. However, if the electricity comes from non-renewable sources, it can contribute to air and water pollution, and also contribute to climate change.

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