Understanding AM and PM

The video explains the difference between AM and PM in the 12-hour time system used in countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia. It describes how the day is divided into two 12-hour periods, with AM covering midnight to noon and PM covering noon to midnight. The origins of AM and PM from Latin phrases are discussed, and practical examples are provided to illustrate their use in daily life. The video concludes with a call to subscribe for more educational content.

What is the main purpose of using AM and PM in the 12-hour time system?

• To make the clock look more complex

• To differentiate between morning and evening times

• To reduce the number of hours in a day

• To confuse people about time

What does the Latin phrase 'ante meridiem' mean?

• Before midday

• After midday

• Noon

• Midnight

How many periods does the 12-hour system divide the day into?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

At what time does the AM period start?

• 6 AM

• Noon

• 6 PM

• Midnight

Which of the following times is considered midday?

• 12 PM

• 6 PM

• 12 AM

• 6 AM

If it is 3 AM, what part of the day is it?

• Early morning

• Afternoon

• Late night

• Evening

Drew wakes up at 7 o'clock to go to school. Which time designation should be used?

• 12 AM

• 12 PM

• 7 PM

• 7 AM

Adam's favorite restaurant stops serving dinner at 8 o'clock. Which time designation is correct?

• 12 PM

• 12 AM

• 8 PM

• 8 AM

The sun rises at 6 and sets at 7. What are the correct time designations?

• 6 AM and 7 AM

• 6 PM and 7 PM

• 6 PM and 7 AM

• 6 AM and 7 PM

What is the typical classification of midnight in the 12-hour system?

• 6 PM

• 6 AM

• 12 AM

• 12 PM