At what time between 9 and 10 o’clock will the hands of a watch be together?

Question:
At what time between 9 and 10 o’clock will the hands of a watch be together?

[A].

45 min. past 9

[B].

50 min. past 9

[C].

49	1	min. past 9
	11

[D].

48	2	min. past 9
	11

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

To be together between 9 and 10 o’clock, the minute hand has to gain 45 min. spaces.

55 min. spaces gained in 60 min.

45 min. spaces are gained in		60	x 45	min or 49	1	min.
		55			11

The hands are together at 49	1	min. past 9.
	11