Power/Energy
Problem (6.1)
A 50 ampere-hour, 12 volt battery contains stored energy when it is
fully charged.
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If the current flowing
from the battery is 20 amperes, what is the power being delivered by the
battery?
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How much total energy
(joules) can be supplied by a fully charged battery?
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How high will this battery
be able to lift a 150 pound person if the battery is fully charged and
all of the energy in the battery goes into potential energy in raising
the person. Give your answers both in meters and feet.