๐ Understanding Elapsed Time vs. Duration
It's easy to mix up elapsed time and duration, but they're actually quite different! Let's understand them one by one:
โฑ๏ธ Defining Duration
Duration is how long something takes from start to finish. It's the total amount of time spent on an activity. Think of it as the length of a movie, the time you spend playing soccer, or how long it takes to bake cookies.
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Defining Elapsed Time
Elapsed time is the amount of time that passes between a starting point and an ending point. It considers the clock time! If you start reading a book at 2:00 PM and finish at 3:00 PM, the elapsed time is one hour.
๐ Elapsed Time vs. Duration: A Comparison
| Feature |
Duration |
Elapsed Time |
| Definition |
How long an activity takes. |
The amount of time passing between two points. |
| Focus |
Length of activity |
Start and end times |
| Example |
Baking a cake takes 45 minutes. |
You started your homework at 4:00 PM and finished at 5:00 PM (1 hour elapsed). |
| Keywords |
How long, total time |
Start time, end time, passing time |
๐ Key Takeaways
- โณ Duration: โณ The total time an activity lasts. For example, a school day has a certain duration of learning hours.
- โฐ Elapsed Time: โฐ The time that passes from a starting point to an ending point, usually referencing the clock. For example, if you started playing a game at 3:00 PM and played for 1 hour (duration), the elapsed time would end at 4:00 PM.
- ๐ก Real-World Connection: ๐ก Understanding both helps in planning and managing schedules effectively!