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A closed system rejects 50 kJ of heat while 80 kJ of work is done ON the system. What is the change in internal energy?

  1. 130 kJ
  2. −130 kJ
  3. −30 kJ
  4. 30 kJ

Answer

D. 30 kJ

Solution

Q = -50 kJ, W = -80 kJ. U = Q - W = -50 - (-80) = 30 kJ.

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