Question

What fraction of a revolution does the minute hand of a clock turn through when it goes from 4 to 7?
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Answer 1

hi there,
difference =3
1 revolution =12 
so the fraction =3/12=1/4
i hope this helps u...

Answer 2

Answer: 1/4 revolution is covered  when the hour hand goes from 4 to 7 in the clockwise direction

The number of hours covered in the clockwise revolution from 4 to 7 is 3 hours.

12 hours = 1 full revolution

=> 1 hour = 1/12 revolution

=> 3 hours = 3 * 1/12 = 1/4 revolution

Answer: 1/4 revolution is covered  when the hour hand goes from 4 to 7 in the clockwise direction