Solved IB ACIO Question
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Q · Clockmedium · 45s
At 12:45, what is the angle between the hands of a clock?
TopicClock
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.25
Test Duration30 min
Step-by-Step Solution
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Hour hand at (12*30 + 45*0.5) = 22.5°, minute hand at (45*6) = 270°, difference = 247.5°, smaller angle = 112.5°.
Final Answer: Option A — 112.5°