Look at the clock.
- How many minutes does it take for the minute hand to move from number 11 to 12?
- If the clock is 50 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 11 to 12
= 5 min
(b)
50 min after 5.55 p.m. = 6.45 p.m.
Correct time if the clock is 50 min slow is 6.45 p.m.
(c)
40 min before 5.55 p.m. = 5.15 p.m.
Correct time if the clock is 40 min fast is 5.15 p.m.
Answer(s): (a) 5 min; (b) 6.45 p.m.; (c) 5.15 p.m.