SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 37

SSC MTS - 20 Feb 2026 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q37

At what time (approximately) (in AM) between 9 AM and 10 AM will the hour and minute hands of the clock overlap?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

When the hands meet after 9 o'clock, the time will be:

Time = (H×60)/11

Where H = 9

Figure for the explanation of question 37

49 minutes

1/11 minute = approximately 5.45 seconds

Correct Answer = 9:49