Mastering Elapsed Time: Word Problems & Math Skills

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What is elapsed time?

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Elapsed time is the amount of time that passes from the start of an event to the end of that event.

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How do you calculate elapsed time?

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

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If an event starts at 3:00 PM and lasts for 2 hours, what time does it end?

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5:00 PM

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What is the difference between hours and minutes?

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1 hour = 60 minutes.

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If a movie starts at 6:30 PM and lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes, what time does it end?

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8:00 PM

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How do you convert minutes to hours?

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Divide the number of minutes by 60.

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If you read for 1 hour and 15 minutes, how many minutes did you read?

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75 minutes.

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What is the time 45 minutes after 2:00 PM?

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2:45 PM.

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If you start homework at 4:00 PM and finish at 4:30 PM, how long did you work?

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30 minutes.

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What is the time 2 hours after 5:00 PM?

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7:00 PM.