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The minute hand of the municipal clock is 21 cm long. What distance does its tip cover from the time shown to 12:50? (Take )

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  • A44 cm
  • B66 cm
  • C88 cm
  • D132 cm

Step-by-Step Solution

The clock shows 12:10, so the hand turns 40 min, i.e. of a circle. Arc cm. (132 cm is a full circle.)
Answer: C) 88 cm

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