If the coefficient of performance of a refrigerator is $\beta$ and the heat absorbed from the refrigerated space is $Q$,then the work done on the system is:

  • A
    $\beta Q$
  • B
    $(1 + \beta)Q$
  • C
    $\frac{Q}{\beta}$
  • D
    $\frac{Q}{\beta - 1}$

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