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Through how many degrees will the minute hand turn from the time shown until the clock next shows an exact hour?

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  • A10°
  • B240°
  • C120°
  • D20°

Step-by-Step Solution

The clock shows 4:40, so 20 minutes remain to 5:00. The minute hand turns per minute: . (240° is the turn already made since 4:00; 10° is the hour hand's turn.)
Answer: C) 120°

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