How Much Power Does a Jogger Expend Against Air Resistance?

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1. Suppose a Jogger has to exert a force of 29N against air resistance to maintain a velocity of +4.0m/s. At what rate is the jogger expending energy?2. P= F*(tf-ti)3. Attempt solution was
P= 116kgm/s
 
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Nick1234284 said:
1. Suppose a Jogger has to exert a force of 29N against air resistance to maintain a velocity of +4.0m/s. At what rate is the jogger expending energy?2. P= F*(tf-ti)3. Attempt solution was
P= 116kgm/s
The units are wrong for power. What do you get if you multiply Newtons by m/s?