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  • Calculating the Power Needed to Move a Piano
    Here's how to calculate the power used:

    Understanding the Concepts

    * Power: The rate at which work is done. It's measured in Watts (W).

    * Work: The force applied over a distance. It's measured in Joules (J).

    * Force: A push or pull that can change the motion of an object. Measured in Newtons (N).

    * Distance: The length of the path traveled. Measured in meters (m).

    Calculations

    1. Calculate the work done:

    * Work = Force x Distance

    * Work = 100 N x 10 m = 1000 J

    2. Calculate the power:

    * Power = Work / Time

    * Power = 1000 J / 5 s = 200 W

    Answer: The person would use 200 Watts of power to move the piano.

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