A) 45 minutes past 9
B) 50 minutes past 9
C) \[49\frac{1}{11}\] minutes past 9
D) \[48\frac{2}{11}\] minutes past 9
Correct Answer: C
Solution :
To be together between 9 and 10, the minute hand has to gain 45 minute spaces. Now, 55 min. spaces are gained in 60 minutes. \[\therefore \] 45 min. spaces are gained in \[\left( \frac{60}{55}\times 45 \right)\,\min .\,\,\text{or}\,\,\,49\frac{1}{11}\,\min \] So, the hands are together at \[49\frac{1}{11}\,\min \]. past 9
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