Question

If the time is 5:40, the hour hand will be _________.

• A. at 5
• B. at 6
• C. between 5 and 6
• D. at 12

Answer 1

The correct option is C between 5 and 6

Given: The time is 5:40.
5:40 is 40 minutes past 5 hours.

So, the minute hand will be at 8 and the hour hand will be between 5 and 6 as shown below.