Question

SOLAR ENERGY The power absorbed by a solar panel varies directly with its area. If an 8 square meter panel absorbs 8,160 watts of power, how much power does a 12 square meter solar panel absorb

Answer 1

12,240 W

Explanation:

Use a proportion.

8/8160 = 12/x

8x = 8160 × 12

x = 1020 × 12

x = 12,240

Answer: 12,240 W