In an energy system, what are the useful outcomes called?

The results you want.

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  1. The results you want ✔
  2. The wasted heat
  3. The fuel cost

Why: Useful outcomes are the results the system is meant to produce. Energy losses are the parts that do not help.

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Answer: The results you want. Useful outcomes are the results the system is meant to produce. Energy losses are the parts that do not help.

  1. Scouting America: Energy www.scouting.org/merit-badges/energy
    Identify the useful outcomes of the system.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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