Time Calculation Questions

Front

What is the definition of time duration?

Back

Time duration is the amount of time that passes between two events, measured in hours, minutes, and seconds.

Front

How do you calculate the duration between two times?

Back

To calculate the duration, subtract the start time from the end time. If the end time is on the next hour, adjust accordingly.

Front

If Carter started reading at 2:00 P.M. and finished at 2:35 P.M., how long did he read?

Back

35 minutes

Front

What is the term for the time it takes to complete a task?

Back

Duration

Front

If Leo began climbing at 10:25 P.M. and reached his floor at 10:55 P.M., how long did it take him?

Back

25 minutes

Front

What is a number line and how is it used in time calculations?

Back

A number line is a visual representation of numbers in order. It can be used to add or subtract time by marking the start and end times.

Front

Jade leaves school at 3:00 P.M. and takes 10 minutes to drive home. What time does she arrive home?

Back

3:10 P.M.

Front

If Gabby started reading at 11:15 A.M. and finished at 1:05 P.M., how long did she read?

Back

1 hour 50 minutes

Front

What is the importance of knowing how to calculate time duration?

Back

Calculating time duration helps in planning activities, managing schedules, and understanding how long tasks take.

Front

If Christina arrived at the airport at 2:55 P.M. and got on the plane at 4:50 P.M., how long was she at the airport?

Back

1 hour 55 minutes