Look at the clock.
- How many minutes does it take for the minute hand to move from number 2 to 9?
- If the clock is 55 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 2 to 9
= 35 min
(b)
55 min after 5.10 p.m. = 6.05 p.m.
Correct time if the clock is 55 min slow is 6.05 p.m.
(c)
40 min before 5.10 p.m. = 4.30 p.m.
Correct time if the clock is 40 min fast is 4.30 p.m.
Answer(s): (a) 35 min; (b) 6.05 p.m.; (c) 4.30 p.m.