Elapsed time

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What is elapsed time?

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Elapsed time is the amount of time that has passed between two events, typically measured from a start time to an end time.

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How do you calculate elapsed time?

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To calculate elapsed time, subtract the start time from the end time. If the end time is on the next day, adjust accordingly.

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What is the formula to find the end time given a start time and duration?

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End Time = Start Time + Duration.

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If the current time is 3:00 PM, what will the time be in 2 hours and 30 minutes?

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5:30 PM.

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How do you convert hours and minutes into just minutes?

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Multiply the number of hours by 60 and add the minutes. For example, 2 hours and 30 minutes = (2 * 60) + 30 = 150 minutes.

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What is the difference between AM and PM in time notation?

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AM (Ante Meridiem) refers to the time from midnight to noon, while PM (Post Meridiem) refers to the time from noon to midnight.

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How do you handle time calculations that cross over midnight?

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When calculating time that crosses midnight, treat the end time as being on the next day. For example, from 11:00 PM to 1:00 AM is 2 hours.

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What is the elapsed time from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM?

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7 hours.

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If an event starts at 5:15 PM and lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes, what time does it end?

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6:00 PM.

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How do you find the time 45 minutes before 10:30 AM?

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10:30 AM - 45 minutes = 9:45 AM.