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 40 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)
40 min after 7.55 a.m. = 8.35 a.m.
Correct time if the clock is 40 min slow is 8.35 a.m.
(c)
40 min before 7.55 a.m. = 7.15 a.m.
Correct time if the clock is 40 min fast is 7.15 a.m.
Answer(s): (a) 5 min; (b) 8.35 a.m.; (c) 7.15 a.m.