Linda usually takes a bus from her home to school. If she leaves home at 07 00, she will reach school at 08 32. Last week, a new MRT line has opened and she can take the train directly from home to school instead. This will shorten her journey by 20 min.
- How long does Linda take to go school by the new MRT line?
- Linda spent the next 5 h 55 min in school before dismissal. If Linda started school at 08 35, at what time was she dismissed from school? Give your answer in the 12-hour clock format.
(a)
From 07 00 to 08 32: 1 h 32 min
Duration of Linda's journey to go to school by the new MRT line
= 1 h 32 min - 20 min
= 92 min - 20 min
= 72 min
= 1 h 12 min
(b)
5 h 55 min after 08 35 = 14 30
14 30 = 2.30 p.m.
Time that Linda was dismissed from school: 2.30 p.m.
Answer(s): (a) 1 h 12 min; (b) 2.30 p.m.