TELLING TIME HALF HOUR

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What is half past an hour?

Back

Half past an hour means 30 minutes after the hour. For example, half past 2 is 2:30.

Front

What does the minute hand show at 8:30?

Back

At 8:30, the minute hand points to the 6, indicating 30 minutes.

Front

What does the hour hand show at 8:30?

Back

At 8:30, the hour hand is halfway between 8 and 9.

Front

What is the difference between digital and analog clocks?

Back

Digital clocks show time with numbers, while analog clocks use hands to show time.

Front

What time is it when the clock shows the minute hand on 6 and the hour hand on 8?

Back

It is 8:30.

Front

How do you read a clock showing 12:30?

Back

The minute hand is on 6 (30 minutes), and the hour hand is on 12.

Front

What time is it when the hour hand is on 5 and the minute hand is on 6?

Back

It is 5:30.

Front

What does 'quarter past' mean?

Back

'Quarter past' means 15 minutes after the hour. For example, quarter past 3 is 3:15.

Front

What does 'quarter to' mean?

Back

'Quarter to' means 15 minutes before the hour. For example, quarter to 4 is 3:45.

Front

If the time is 9:30, what is the position of the minute hand?

Back

The minute hand is on the 6.