Use this formula to solve this problem:

Power (P) = Work (W) ÷ time (t)

Sara's body supplies a force of 300 N to run up a 15 meter hill in 10 seconds.

How much power is involved in Sara's run up the hill?

A.
2 Watts

B.
20 Watts

C.
30 Watts

D.
450 Watts

Respuesta :

AL2006
Well, you gave us the formula to calculate power from work and time,
but you didn't give us the formula for work.  We have to know that.

             Work = (force) x (distance)

The work to raise Sara to the top of the hill is

               Work = (300 N) x (15 meters)

                         =   4,500 newton-meters  =  4,500 joules .

Now we're ready to use the formula that you gave us.  (Thank you.)

                Power = (work) / (time)

                            = (4,500 joules) / (10 seconds)

                            450 joules/second  =  450 watts.       
power is work / time. work is force * distance so it is
   =300 * 15 / 10
   =4500 / 10
   =450Watts or 0.45KiloWatts