How to Calculate the Power of a Truck Traveling Uphill at 100 km/h?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the power required for a truck traveling uphill at a constant speed of 100 km/h, with an engine exerting a force of 2500 N. The power can be calculated using the formula Power = Force x Velocity. Given the force of 2500 N and the speed of 100 km/h (which converts to approximately 27.78 m/s), the power output required is 69,450 Watts or 69.45 kW. This calculation is essential for understanding the performance requirements of vehicles in uphill scenarios.

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Calculate the power of a truch that travels at a constant speed of 100km/h up a hill if the engin exerts a force of 2500N on the truck.


Can anyone help me on this question?
 
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Calculate the power of a truch that travels at a constant speed of 100km/k up a hill if the engin exerts a force of 2500N on the truck.


Can anyone help me on this question?

First of all, I would like to know what km/k is.
 
my bad...km/h...typo hehe
 

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