Power = Work / Time
Definition
Power is the rate at which work is done or the amount of work done per unit time.
Related terms
Work: The transfer of energy that occurs when a force is applied to an object and it moves in the direction of the force.
Time: A measurement used to quantify the duration or interval between events.
Efficiency: The ratio of useful work output to the total energy input, indicating how well energy is utilized.
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AP Physics C: Mechanics - Unit 3 Overview: Work, Energy, and Power
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