Telling Time and Elapsed Time

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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'.

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How do you calculate elapsed time?

Back

To calculate elapsed time, subtract the start time from the end time.

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What is the time shown on a clock that has hands pointing at 3 and 12?

Back

The time is 3:00.

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If it is 7:00 P.M. and you add 1 hour, what time will it be?

Back

It will be 8:00 P.M.

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What is the time shown on a clock that has hands pointing at 6 and 12?

Back

The time is 6:00.

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If you start an activity at 2:30 and it takes 45 minutes, what time will it end?

Back

It will end at 3:15.

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What does it mean to tell time?

Back

Telling time means reading the hour and minute on a clock.

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If you finish your homework at 4:45 and it took you 30 minutes, what time did you start?

Back

You started at 4:15.

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What is the difference between digital and analog clocks?

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Digital clocks show time with numbers, while analog clocks use hands to show time.

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If a movie starts at 5:00 P.M. and lasts for 2 hours, what time does it end?

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It ends at 7:00 P.M.