A man speed 6.4kJ energy in displacing a body by 64m in the direction in which he applies force, in 2.5s. Calculate the power spent (in hp) by the man.
A
34.3hp
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B
343hp
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C
0.343hp
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D
3.43hp
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Solution
The correct option is C3.43hp Power=work/time Given energy or work is equal to 6.4 kJ that is also equal to 6400 J after conversion. Power=6400/2.5=2560W 1hp=746Watts Hence Power is equal to 2560/746=3.43hp.