Free worksheet and solutions · OCR A A Level · H556
Power and Efficiency Worksheet
AQA and OCR A power worksheet with answers. Derive P=Fv, distinguish traction from resultant force, and calculate efficiency in a hillside transport system.
What is covered
Questions and skills covered
The worksheet contains 5 pages of printable questions. A separate 5-page solutions PDF makes it easy to mark, review or share answers after the activity.
- Deriving power from work done and speed
- Choosing traction or resultant force in P=Fv
- Power, efficiency and complete energy accounting
About this activity
Deriving power from work done and speed. Choosing traction or resultant force in P=Fv. Power, efficiency and complete energy accounting.
Before you start
Previously taught mechanics, equation rearrangement and consistent SI units.
Specification fit
This shared PDF includes the applicable boards’ references and a board-neutral footer. Choose an eligible course below and check the scope before assigning it.
- OCR A AS H156 · Forces and motion · 3.3.3(a), 3.3.3(b), 3.3.3(c)
- OCR A A Level H556 · Forces and motion · 3.3.3(a), 3.3.3(b), 3.3.3(c)
- AQA AS 7407 · Mechanics and materials · 3.4.1.7, 3.4.1.8
- AQA A Level 7408 · Mechanics and materials · 3.4.1.7, 3.4.1.8
OCR A A Level Physics Worksheets
H556 · 3.3.3(a), 3.3.3(b), 3.3.3(c)
Choose the correct pathway: Power and mechanical efficiency, using prior resolving-force/Newton-law skills. Does not claim complete coverage of work–displacement graphs, all energy conservation, or an efficiency practical method.
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