Physics for Scientists and Engineers 10th Edition Β· Conservation of Energy Β· Problem 17
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Serway & Jewett β Conservation of Energy: Problem 17
An energy-efficient lightbulb, taking in 28.0 W of power, can produce the same level of brightness as a conventional lightbulb operating at power 100 W. The lifetime of the energy-efficient bulb is 10 000 h and its purchase price is $4.50, whereas the conventional bulb has a lifetime of 750 h and costs $0.42. Determine the total savings obtained by using one energy-efficient bulb over its lifetime as opposed to using conventional bulbs over the same time interval. Assume an energy cost of $0.200 per kilowatt-hour.
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Given: 28.0 W, 100 W
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers Β· 10th Edition
Author: Serway & Jewett
Publisher: Cengage
Chapter: Conservation of Energy