College Physics: A Strategic Approach (3rd Edition)

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ISBN: 9780321879721

Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field

Publisher: PEARSON

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Chapter 11, Problem 5P

A fast-food hamburger (with cheese and bacon) contains 1000 Calories. What is the burger’s energy in joules?

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College Physics: A Strategic Approach (3rd Edition)

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