An air conditioner operating between 93oF and 70oF is rated at 4000 Btu/h cooling capacity. Its coefficient
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An air conditioner operating between 93oF and 70oF is rated at 4000 Btu/h cooling capacity. Its coefficient of performance is 27 % of that of a Carnot refrigerator operating between the same two temperatures. What horsepower is required of the air conditioner motor?
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