A solar panel measures 80 cm × 57 cm. In direct sunlight, the panel delivers 3.1 A at 15 V. If the intensity of sunlight is 1 000 W/m2, what is the efficiency of the solar panel in converting solar energy into electrical energy?

a. 20%
b. 15%
c. 10%
d. 5%
e. 8%


c

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