DIGITAL CLOCK
Definition Of Digital Clock
A Digital Clock uses only numerals to show the time.
More About Digital Clock
A digital clock can easily be incorporated into any electronic device.
A digital clock uses numbers 0 - 23 or 1 - 12 to display hour.
Example of Digital Clock
The clock shown above is a digital clock and the time shown in the clock is "Four hours and twelve minutes"
Video Examples: Learn to Read Analog and Digital Clocks
Solved Example on Digital Clock
Ques: Identify the analog clock that shows the same time as the digital clock above it.
Choices:
A. Clock 4
B. Clock 1
C. Clock 2
D. Clock 3
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Step 1: The digital clock shows the time 10.20.
Step 2: If the analog clock shows the time 10.20, the short hand should be between 10 and 11 and the long hand should be on 4.
Step 3: So, the Clock 4 shows the same time as the digital clock.
Quick Summary
- Digital clocks display time using numbers.
- They typically use a 24-hour or 12-hour format.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Confusing AM and PM
- Misreading the minutes
🌍 Real-World Uses
- Setting an alarm on a smartphone to wake up at a specific time.
- Displaying the time on a microwave while cooking food.
- Showing the arrival time of a bus at a bus stop using a digital display.
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🍎 Teacher Insights
Use real-life examples and interactive activities to teach students how to read digital clocks.🎓 Prerequisites
- Counting
- Number recognition
- Basic understanding of time
Check Your Knowledge
Q1: What time is shown on the digital clock: 10:20?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between AM and PM?
A: AM refers to the time from midnight to noon, while PM refers to the time from noon to midnight.
Q: How do I read a digital clock?
A: Read the number before the colon as the hour and the number after the colon as the minutes.