Question

power is:

a. a twisting or bending force.

b. a push or pull action.

c. equal to the distance moved multiplied by the force applied.

d. the rate at which work is performed.

Explanation:

• Option a: A twisting or bending force is torque or shear, not power.
• Option b: A push or pull action is force, not power.
• Option c: Distance moved multiplied by force is work, not power.
• Option d: Power is defined as the rate at which work is done (performed).

Answer:

d. the rate at which work is performed.