Look at the clock.
- How many minutes does it take for the minute hand to move from number 7 to 8?
- If the clock is 35 min slow, what is the correct time?
- If the clock is 40 min fast, what is the correct time?
(a)
Time that the clock takes for the minute hand to move from number 7 to 8
= 5 min
(b)
35 min after 4.35 a.m. = 5.10 a.m.
Correct time if the clock is 35 min slow is 5.10 a.m.
(c)
40 min before 4.35 a.m. = 5.15 a.m.
Correct time if the clock is 40 min fast is 5.15 a.m.
Answer(s): (a) 5 min; (b) 5.10 a.m.; (c) 5.15 a.m.