Power
Students will define power and calculate the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between work and power using examples of lifting weights.
- Analyze how the power output of an engine affects the acceleration of a vehicle.
- Evaluate the power consumption of various household appliances.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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