Look at the clock.
- How many minutes does it take for the minute hand to move from number 2 to 8?
- If the clock is 10 min slow, what is the correct time?
- If the clock is 15 min fast, what is the correct time?
(a)
Time that the clock takes for the minute hand to move from number 2 to 8
= 30 min
(b)
10 min after 5.10 p.m. = 5.20 p.m.
Correct time if the clock is 10 min slow is 5.20 p.m.
(c)
15 min before 5.10 p.m. = 4.55 p.m.
Correct time if the clock is 15 min fast is 4.55 p.m.
Answer(s): (a) 30 min; (b) 5.20 p.m.; (c) 4.55 p.m.