At what time (approximately) (in PM) for the first time after 12:00 PM minute hand and hour hand of the clock will make an angle of 40 degrees?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Formula: Angle = |30H − 5.5M|
After 12 ⇒ H = 0 ⇒ 5.5M = 40
M = 40 ÷ 5.5 ≈ 7.27 ≈ 7 minutes
Thus time ≈ 12:07 PM
Correct Answer: 12:07