Physics

Physics

Problem

Household electricity meters record energy in kilowatt–hour (kWh) rather than in joule. Which statement best explains this practice? a) A kWh is a unit of power, not energy, so the meter can display it directly. b) Energy in joules can only be used for mechanical systems, not electrical appliances. c) The kWh is a larger unit that makes typical domestic energy readings numerically convenient because 1 kWh=3.6×106 J1\,\text{kWh}=3.6\times10^{6}\,\text{J}. d) Using kWh avoids having to multiply power by time when working out the cost of electricity.

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