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Question 2 • Physics I

How do the units of work and power compare?

Answer
A
The unit for work is a joule. The unit for power is a watt, which is a joule-second.
B
The unit for work is a watt. The unit for power is a joule, which is a watt per second.
C
The unit for work is a watt. The unit for power is a joule, which is a watt-second.
D
The unit for work is a joule. The unit for power is a watt, which is a joule per second.

Explanation

Work is measured in joules (J), while power is the rate at which work is done. Since power equals work divided by time, its unit is joules per second (J/s), which is called a watt (W). Therefore, the correct choice is “The unit for work is a joule. The unit for power is a watt, which is a joule per second.”

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