MHB Algebra word problem: the angle between the hands of a clock

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The discussion focuses on determining the specific time between 2 and 3 o'clock when the angle formed by the clock's hands is bisected by a line from the center to the 3 o'clock mark. The key unknown in this problem is the number of minutes after 2 o'clock, denoted as x. Participants seek clarification on how to rephrase the question for better understanding. The problem involves calculating the angle between the hour and minute hands at a given time. Understanding this concept is essential for solving the algebraic word problem effectively.
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1. What time between 2 and 3 o’clock will the angle between the hands of the clock be bisected by the line connecting the center of the clock and the 3 o’clock mark?

can you rephrase for me the question. what's the unknown here? please help thanks!
 
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Re: Algebra word problem.

bergausstein said:
1. What time between 2 and 3 o’clock will the angle between the hands of the clock be bisected by the line connecting the center of the clock and the 3 o’clock mark?

can you rephrase for me the question. what's the unknown here? please help thanks!

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The unknown is the number of minutes x after 2 o'clock.
 

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