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A bank's token display froze at the time on this clock. What is the smaller angle between the hands then?

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  • A91.5°
  • B268.5°
  • C88.5°
  • D96°

Step-by-Step Solution

It is 8:27. Hour hand: 240 + 13.5 = 253.5°. Minute hand: °. Angle = 253.5 − 162 = 91.5°. (268.5° is the reflex side; 96° ignores the hour hand's movement beyond 8.)
Answer: A) 91.5°

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