SSC Mirror Image and Water Image Questions with Answers

Mirror image and water image questions are asked in SSC reasoning with clocks, letters and words. This practice paper has 15 questions based on the clock formulas.

Practice Paper at a Glance

Mirror Image and Water Image: Concept in Simple Words

In a mirror image the left and right sides swap. In a water image the top and bottom swap. For clocks you do not need a diagram: use the formulas below.

Clock Formulas

Tips and Shortcuts for SSC Mirror Image and Water Image

• Always write 11:60 in place of 12:00 when subtracting for mirror images.
• For water images, add 12 hours if the answer is negative.
• Letters like A, H, I, M, O, T, U, V, W, X, Y look the same in a mirror.
• Letters like B, C, D, E, H, I, K, O, X look the same in water image.

Set 1: Mirror Image of Clocks (Q1–Q8)

Q1. Find the mirror image of 4:20.
Answer: 7:40
Solution: 11:60 − 4:20.

Q2. Find the mirror image of 8:15.
Answer: 3:45
Solution: 11:60 − 8:15.

Q3. Find the mirror image of 3:20.
Answer: 8:40
Solution: 11:60 − 3:20.

Q4. Find the mirror image of 1:30.
Answer: 10:30
Solution: 11:60 − 1:30.

Q5. Find the mirror image of 11:10.
Answer: 12:50
Solution: 11:60 − 11:10 = 0:50, which is 12:50.

Q6. Find the mirror image of 6:40.
Answer: 5:20
Solution: 11:60 − 6:40.

Q7. Find the mirror image of 9:25.
Answer: 2:35
Solution: 11:60 − 9:25.

Q8. Find the mirror image of 2:50.
Answer: 9:10
Solution: 11:60 − 2:50.

Set 2: Water Image of Clocks (Q9–Q15)

Q9. Find the water image of 2:30.
Answer: 3:30
Solution: 5:60 − 2:30.

Q10. Find the water image of 10:10.
Answer: 7:50
Solution: 6:00 − 10:10 = −4:10, add 12 hours.

Q11. Find the water image of 4:15.
Answer: 1:45
Solution: 5:60 − 4:15.

Q12. Find the water image of 9:00.
Answer: 9:00
Solution: 6:00 − 9:00 = −3:00, add 12 hours.

Q13. Find the water image of 12:00.
Answer: 6:00
Solution: 6:00 − 12:00 = −6:00, add 12 hours.

Q14. Find the water image of 7:20.
Answer: 10:40
Solution: 6:00 − 7:20 = −1:20, add 12 hours.

Q15. Find the water image of 5:35.
Answer: 12:25
Solution: 5:60 − 5:35 = 0:25, which is 12:25.

Common Mistakes in Mirror Image and Water Image

• Using 12:00 instead of 11:60 in the mirror formula.
• Forgetting to add 12 hours when the result is negative.
• Mixing up the mirror and water formulas.
• Confusing the letter shapes in the mirror and water images.

How to Practise These 15 Questions

1. Read the concept and tips once.
2. Attempt Set 1 without looking at the answers.
3. Check the answers and read the solution for every wrong question.
4. Repeat the paper after three days to see the improvement.

Related Topics to Study Next

• Clock Questions
• Calendar Questions
• Dice Reasoning Questions
• Reasoning Notes
• All SSC Practice Papers
• SSC Previous Year Papers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the formula for the mirror image of a clock?

11:60 minus the given time.

What is the formula for the water image of a clock?

5:60 minus the given time, adding 12 hours if negative.

What is the difference between mirror and water image?

Mirror image flips left and right, water image flips top and bottom.

Which letters look the same in a mirror?

A, H, I, M, O, T, U, V, W, X and Y.

How many questions are there in this practice paper?

This paper has 15 questions in 2 sets, each with the answer and a short solution.

Is this practice paper useful for SSC CGL, CHSL and MTS?

Yes. The questions follow the level asked in SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD and CPO exams, and are also useful for other government exams.

How much time should I take to solve this paper?

Try to finish the 15 questions in about 15 to 20 minutes, then check the answers and revise the mistakes.

How should I use this practice paper for best results?

First read the concept and tips, then attempt each set without looking at the answers, and note the questions you got wrong for revision.

Where can I find more practice papers like this?

You can find more topic-wise practice papers on the SSC Education practice paper page, and previous year papers on the PYQ page.

Are the notes for this topic available?

Yes. Read the Reasoning notes on SSC Education for detailed theory before attempting the questions.