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JAMB Physics 2012 Objective — Question 14

Question 14 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Physics 2012 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A block and tackle is used to raise a load of 250N through a vertical distance of 30m. What is the efficiency of the system if the work done against friction is 1500J?

  • A. 62.5%
  • B. 73.3%
  • C. 83.3%Correct
  • D. 94.3%

Explanation

Work done by load (useful work) = 250×30 = 7500J. Total work done by effort = 7500+1500 = 9000J. Efficiency = (7500/9000)×100% = 83.3%.

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