SOLUTION: If the minue hand of a clock moves 45 degrees, how many minutes have passed?

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Question 397450: If the minue hand of a clock moves 45 degrees, how many minutes have passed?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi
45/360 = 1/8 of the 'circle' of the clock having 60min
1/8*60 = 7.5 min have passed.
(note: we know 1/4 of the clock circle is 15 min)