Question

an iv started at 3:10 am is to be completed in 12 hr 30 min. determine the completion time (traditional time).

Explanation:

Add the minutes to the start time

Using the Time Interval Calculation knowledge point

$$ 10\text{ min} + 30\text{ min} = 40\text{ min} $$

Add the hours to the start time

Using the Time Interval Calculation knowledge point

$$ 3\text{ AM} + 12\text{ hr} = 15:00\text{ (military time)} $$

Convert to traditional time

Using the Time Interval Calculation knowledge point

$$ 15:40 = 3:40\text{ PM} $$

Answer:

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