Problem: A watt is a measure of power (the rate of energy change) equal to 1 J/s.Calculate the number of joules in a kilowatt-hour.

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1 kW = 10 w

1 watt = 1 J/s

1 hr = 3600s


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A watt is a measure of power (the rate of energy change) equal to 1 J/s.

Calculate the number of joules in a kilowatt-hour.

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