How Do You Calculate Power Output in Physics Problems?

In summary, the Marine's power output can be calculated by multiplying his weight (820 N) by the distance climbed (12.0 m) to find the work done, and then dividing it by the time taken (8.00 s) to climb the rope. This will provide the Marine's power output in watts.
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Question: An 820-N Marine in basic training climbs a 12.0-m vertical rope at a constant speed in 8.00 s. What is his power output?

I know the formula for average power is equal to the (work/change in time)
The formula for work is equal to Force * distance?

I am extremely confused on how to solve this problem. I figured out that 820 N can be converted to 83.616729464 kg.
 
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zjhcool said:
Question: An 820-N Marine in basic training climbs a 12.0-m vertical rope at a constant speed in 8.00 s. What is his power output?

The force acting is just his weight. You know that work done is nothing but force*distance traveled, so what is the work done?

Then you know that power = work/time, and you have the work and they told you the time.
 

1. What is the formula for average power?

The formula for average power is P = W/t, where P represents power in watts, W represents work in joules, and t represents time in seconds.

2. How is average power different from instantaneous power?

Average power is calculated over a period of time, while instantaneous power refers to the power at a specific moment in time. It is a snapshot of how much power is being used at that instant.

3. What units are used to measure average power?

The units used to measure average power are watts (W). However, kilowatts (kW) are also commonly used for larger amounts of power.

4. Can the formula for average power be used for both mechanical and electrical power?

Yes, the formula for average power can be used for both mechanical and electrical power. However, the units for work and power may differ depending on the type of power being measured.

5. How is average power related to energy?

Average power is directly related to energy, as power is the rate at which energy is used. The more power an object or system uses, the more energy it will consume over a given period of time.

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