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How many times are the hands in one straight line strictly between the time on clock A and the time on clock B, the same afternoon?

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  • A11
  • B12
  • C9
  • D10

Step-by-Step Solution

A shows 12:00 (hands together) and B shows 6:00 (hands opposite); neither end counts. The hands are in line every min, so the 6 hours hold intervals: 12 line-ups counting both ends, 10 strictly inside. (11 and 12 include the end points.)
Answer: D) 10

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