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Starting at the time shown, the minute hand turns through 210°. What time does the clock then show?

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  • A2:15
  • B2:35
  • C2:25
  • D8:50

Step-by-Step Solution

The minute hand turns 6° a minute, so 210° takes 210 ÷ 6 = 35 minutes. The clock shows 1:50, so it then reads 2:25. (8:50 treats 210° as a turn of the hour hand, i.e. 7 hours.)
Answer: C) 2:25

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