Question

An accurate clock shows 8 o'clock in the morning. Through how many degrees will the hour hand rotate when the clock shows 2 o'clock in the afternoon?

• A. \(144^\circ\)
• B. \(160^\circ\)
• C. \(180^\circ\)
• D. \(90^\circ\)
• E. \(125^\circ\)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept:

• Hour hand moves \(30^\circ\) per hour

Step 1: Time difference.
\[ 8 \text{ AM to } 2 \text{ PM} = 6 \text{ hours} \]
Step 2: Angle covered.
\[ 6 \times 30^\circ = 180^\circ \]
Step 3: Option analysis.

• (A) Incorrect $\times$
• (B) Incorrect $\times$
• (C) Correct \checkmark
• (D) Incorrect $\times$
• (E) Incorrect $\times$

Conclusion:
Thus, the correct answer is
Option (C).