21.3k views
5 votes
How much work can be done in 30 seconds by a 1000-watt microwave oven?

User ToddB
by
5.9k points

2 Answers

5 votes

Answer:

30000 J

Explanation: i just needed the points :/

User Keith Beard
by
6.0k points
7 votes

Answer:

30000 J

Step-by-step explanation:

Power is defined as the amount of work done per unit time:


P=(W)/(t)

where

P is the power

W is the work done

t is the time taken

In this problem, we know the power of the microwave oven:
P=1000 W, and we are asked to find the work done in a time of
t=30 s, so by re-arranging the equation we find:


W=Pt=(1000 W)(30 s)=30,000 J=30 kJ

User CaseyB
by
6.0k points