A Carnot engine works between and . What is its efficiency (in %)?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A. 20

  1. Step 1: State the Carnot engine thermodynamic thermal efficiency formula: , where temperatures must be in Kelvin.
  2. Step 2: Substitute hot reservoir and cold sink : .
  3. Step 3: Convert to percentage: .
Answer
20.

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