Geometryhard · Past Paper
What is the angle between the hands of a clock at 8:30?
A60 degrees
B75 degrees
C80 degrees
D90 degrees
✓ Correct Answer: B — 75 degrees
Hour: 30(8) + 0.5(30) = 240 + 15 = 255. Minute: 6(30) = 180. 255 - 180 = 75.
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