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Starting from the time on this clock, when will the hands NEXT be at right angles?

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  • A49 1/11 min past 3
  • B32 8/11 min past 3
  • C30 min past 3
  • D16 4/11 min past 3

Step-by-Step Solution

The clock shows 3:05; the hands were at 90° at 3:00. Next the minute hand must be 90° AHEAD: 5.5m − 90 = 90, so m = 180 ÷ 5.5 = 32 8/11 min past 3. (16 4/11 is when they overlap; 30 min forgets the hour hand moves.)
Answer: B) 32 8/11 min past 3

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