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A-LevelPhysicsWork, energy and power9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2021 · Q181 Mark

An aircraft travels at a constant velocity of 90 m s⁻¹ in horizontal flight. The diagram shows the horizontal forces acting on the aircraft. [Figure 18.1] The mass of the aircraft is 2000 kg. What is the power produced by the thrust force?

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A1.8 × 10⁵ W
B2.2 × 10⁵ W
C1.8 × 10⁶ W
D2.0 × 10⁶ W

✓ Correct answer

B: 2.2 × 10⁵ W

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Work, energy and power, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Physics, Feb/Mar 2021 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 18.

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