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Chapter 11, Problem 32P
Air conditioners are rated by their coefficient of performance at 80°F inside temperature and 95°F outside temperature. An efficient but realistic air conditioner has a coefficient of performance of 3.2. What is the maximum possible coefficient of performance?
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