How many official time zones does mainland China use?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. One, set to Beijing time
- Step 1: China uses UTC+8 across the whole country. Step 2. This is despite the country's width. Answer: One, set to Beijing time. Why not the others: The other numbers do not match official practice.
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