Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

1 horse power(hp) =......watt?

  1. 765

  2. 1000

  3. 100

  4. 746
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Explanation

1 horsepower (hp) = 746 watts. This is a standard conversion factor established by James Watt when he developed the concept of horsepower to compare steam engine output to horse power. The exact value is approximately 745.7 watts, but 746 is the commonly used rounded value in calculations.

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