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A clock tower in Mysuru shows the time on this Roman dial. What is the angle between its hands?

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  • A150°
  • B205°
  • C160°
  • D155°

Step-by-Step Solution

It is 7:10. Hour hand: 210 + 5 = 215°. Minute hand: 60°. Angle = 215 − 60 = 155°. (150° counts five hour-gaps and forgets the hour hand's 5°; 205° is the reflex angle.)
Answer: D) 155°

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