### Question
How is the term hour of service defined?


### Answer
The term **hour of service** is defined in *29 U.S.C. § 1053* as the following:

> provided by section 1052(a)(3)(C) of this title.

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1053*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle B-Regulatory Provisions > part 2-participation and vesting**

