Below are listed some widely-used devices and the amount of energy they waste. Which pair of choices is not correct?
A) incandescent light bulb - up to 95%
B) internal combustion engine - 80%
C) nuclear power plant - 50%
D) coal-fired power plant - 65%
E) combined heat and power system (CHP) 10-15%

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to various sources and studies, nuclear power plants generally have an efficiency rate of around 33-34%, meaning they waste about 66-67% of the energy they produce. Therefore, choice C stating that nuclear power plants waste only 50% of energy is not correct.

Below Are Listed Some Widely-Used Devices and the Amount of Energy