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We propose to heat a house in the winter with a heat pump.
Chapter 5, Problem 138EUP(choose chapter or problem)
Problem 138EUP
We propose to heat a house in the winter with a heat pump. The house is to be maintained at 68 F at all times. When the ambient temperature outside drops to 15 F, the rate at which heat is lost from the house is estimated to be 80 000 Btu/h. What is the minimum electrical power required to drive the heat pump?
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QUESTION:
Problem 138EUP
We propose to heat a house in the winter with a heat pump. The house is to be maintained at 68 F at all times. When the ambient temperature outside drops to 15 F, the rate at which heat is lost from the house is estimated to be 80 000 Btu/h. What is the minimum electrical power required to drive the heat pump?
ANSWER:
Solution 138EUP
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We are required to calculate the minimum electrical power for the heat pump.