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    Calculating required horsepower

    im sorry this had not helped me, i have no education in physics or math. if you could explain a little more that would be appreciated.
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    Calculating required horsepower

    My attempt at the solution goes as follows: power = work / time power = (distance * force) / time power = (2640 ft * 2000 lb) / 6 seconds = 880000 ft lb / sec horsepower = 880000 ft lb/sec / 550 ft lb/sec = 1600 hp however i do not know if this is correct
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