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Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the correct SI unit for ?
A
(watt)
B
(volt)
C
(joule)
D
(newton)
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Understand that power in physics is defined as the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred over time.
Recall the formula for power: \( P = \frac{W}{t} \), where \(P\) is power, \(W\) is work done (or energy transferred), and \(t\) is time.
Identify the SI units for each quantity: work or energy is measured in joules (\(J\)), and time is measured in seconds (\(s\)).
Using the formula, the unit of power is joules per second, which is written as \(\frac{J}{s}\).
Recognize that the SI unit for power, \(\frac{J}{s}\), is given a special name called the watt (\(W\)). Therefore, the correct SI unit for power is the watt (\(W\)).