Question

In a watch, the small hand is on 5 and the big hand on 12. Which angle will be formed in between the two hands?

• A. Obtuse angle
• B. Acute angle
• C. Straight angle
• D. Reflex angle

Hint:

A straight angle is 180°, formed when the two hands are opposite each other on the clock face.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the Clock Face.
The small hand on 5 and the big hand on 12 form a straight angle, as the angle between 12 and 5 is exactly 180°.
Step 2: Verifying the Options.

- Option (1): Obtuse angle is incorrect as the angle is 180°.
- Option (2): Acute angle is incorrect as the angle is greater than 90°.
- Option (3): A straight angle is 180°, which is the correct answer.
- Option (4): Reflex angle is incorrect, as the angle is not greater than 180°. Conclusion:
Therefore, the correct answer is (3) Straight angle.