Electrical mathQuestion 569 of 1506

A motor is rated 5 horsepower. What is the power in kilowatts, rounded?

  1. 3.73 kW
  2. 0.15 kW
  3. 5 kW
  4. 37.3 kW
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Correct answer: 3.73 kW

5 x 745.7 W = 3728.5 W, which is about 3.73 kW.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 2.3: Power in Electric Circuits

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026