To tell time accurately on both analog and digital clocks, follow these easy steps:

Analog Clocks:

1. Look at the Hour Hand: The shorter hand shows the hour.

2. Look at the Minute Hand: The longer hand shows the minutes.

3. Count the Small Lines: Each small line stands for 5 minutes.

   • There are 60 small lines on a clock.

4. Figure Out the Time: If the hour hand is between 3 and 4, and the minute hand points to 12, then the time is 3:00.

Digital Clocks:

1. Read the Time Directly: The time shows up as HH:MM (like 14:30).

2. Check AM or PM: This is important for the 12-hour clock.

3. Convert if Necessary: For example, 14:30 means 2:30 PM.

Tips for Being Accurate:

• Always check both kinds of clocks to make sure they match.