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A \(1000\,\text{kg}\) car moves at \(20\,\text{m s}^{-1}\). The power required to maintain this speed against a resistive force of \(500\,\text{N}\) is

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For motion at constant speed, \[ P=Fv. \] Here \(F\) is the force opposing the motion and \(v\) is the speed of the body.
Updated On: Jul 9, 2026
  • \(5\,\text{kW}\)
  • \(10\,\text{kW}\)
  • \(20\,\text{kW}\)
  • \(50\,\text{kW}\) 

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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Power required to maintain a constant speed against a resistive force is \[ P=Fv, \] where \(F\) is the resistive force and \(v\) is the speed.

Step 1:
Substitute the given values. \[ F=500\,\text{N} \] \[ v=20\,\text{m s}^{-1} \] Therefore, \[ P=500\times20. \] \[ P=10000\,\text{W}. \]

Step 2:
Convert into kilowatts. \[ 10000\,\text{W} = 10\,\text{kW}. \]

Step 3:
Write the final answer. \[ \boxed{P=10\,\text{kW}} \] \[ \boxed{\text{Answer = (B)}} \]
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