telling time

Front

What is the definition of A.M. and P.M.?

Back

A.M. stands for 'Ante Meridiem' which means 'before noon'. P.M. stands for 'Post Meridiem' which means 'after noon'.

Front

How do you calculate the duration between two times?

Back

To find the duration, subtract the start time from the end time. If the end time is earlier than the start time, you may need to add 12 hours.

Front

What does the hour hand on a clock represent?

Back

The hour hand shows the current hour of the day.

Front

What does the minute hand on a clock represent?

Back

The minute hand shows the current minutes past the hour.

Front

If the clock shows 3:00, what does that mean?

Back

It means it is three o'clock, or 3 hours after midnight or noon.

Front

What is the time shown on a clock that has the minute hand on 6 and the hour hand on 2?

Back

The time is 2:30.

Front

How many minutes are in one hour?

Back

There are 60 minutes in one hour.

Front

If it is 4:00 P.M., what time will it be in 2 hours?

Back

It will be 6:00 P.M.

Front

What is the time shown on a clock that has the minute hand on 12 and the hour hand on 5?

Back

The time is 5:00.

Front

If Sam leaves at 6:05 and arrives at 6:43, how do you find the time taken?

Back

Subtract 6:05 from 6:43 to find the duration, which is 38 minutes.