2018 · Q56
What angle does the hour hand of a clock describe in 10 minutes of time?
Elementary MathematicsTrigonometry
- A1°
- B5°
- C6°
- D10°
Explanation
The hour hand sweeps 360° in 12 hours, i.e. 30° per hour or 0.5° per minute. In 10 minutes it describes 5°, option (B).