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Homework Statement
What is the thermal efficiency of an engine that operates by taking n moles of diatomic ideal gas through the cycle 1 -------> 2 -------> 3 -------> 4 ------> 1 shown in the figure ?
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Homework Equations
e = W/Qh
The Attempt at a Solution
I know the answer is 10.5
I am trying to prep for a test today and this is the last thing from my homework that I don't understand...can someone explain to me how the answer is generated? I am sort of lost on it and I figure it has to be easier than it seems.