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How to Write a Chemical Equation
A good way to think about a chemical reaction is the process of baking cookies. You mix the ingredients together (flour, butter, salt, sugar, and eggs), bake it, and see that it changes into something new: cookies! In chemistry terms the equation is the r...
How to Accessorize Short Hair
You may think that because your hair is straight and short, you are limited in the accessories you can use for it. However, nothing could be further from the truth. With a little patience and experimentation, you can create countless hairstyles that will...
How to Choose a Credit Monitoring Service
A credit monitoring service is a company or service that keeps track of your credit report and your credit score for you. These services are intended for individuals, not companies. They will also alert you of any sudden changes in your credit and will ch...
How to Write an Integrated Marketing Communications Plan
Writing an integrated marketing communications plan involves bringing all the different parts of a marketing plan together into a document that can be used as a guide during the implementation of the plan. As a key part of brand building, an integrated ma...
How to Buy a Baseball Bat
The right baseball bat can make a big difference in your swing, but finding the right bat for you can seem confusing. Bats can be made of metal, wood, or a composite material, and come in a variety of sizes, weights, and diameters. By understanding the di...
How to Teach Your Kitten to Be Calm and Relaxed
Bringing a new kitten into the family is always a fun time. Generally, they are full of energy and extremely playful making for many happy moments with their antics and general sense of curiosity. At times you may become exasperated with their constant mo...
How to Avoid Kitchen Sink Blockages
There is a lot of advice available for how to clear your kitchen sink after it's blocked, but it can be even more helpful to prevent a blockage in the first place. By following some basic guidelines (depending on your style of sink) and doing a bit of rou...
How to Test Fuel Injectors
The fuel injectors in your vehicle are designed to spray fuel into the cylinders of your engine where it is combined with air and compressed before being ignited by the spark plug to produce power. As a result, an issue with one of your fuel injectors ca...
How to Trade Pokémon on DS
Below are the different Generations of DS Pokémon games: Generation III - Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed, LeafGreen (GBA games, cannot be traded on DS) Generation IV - Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, SoulSilver Generation V - Black, White, Black 2,...
How to Calculate Annual Annuity Payments
When you have an annuity, you invest money for a specific period of time and are guaranteed that the money will be returned with interest. You are essentially loaning money to an insurance company, which invests that money and later pays it back with inte...
How to Win at Horse Racing
Horse racing is one of the only sports that allow fans to participate in the game directly, through wagering. Millions of dollars are bet each day on races in North America, enticing players to put their handicapping skills to the test. It truly is an art...
Eliminating Microphone Feedback: Quick and Easy Solutions
Feedback is a common problem that occurs when a microphone is connected to a speaker. The noise produced by the output is captured by the microphone, resulting in a high-pitched ringing sound that can be both painful and damaging to your equipment. While...
How to Be an Effective Supervisor
Effective supervisors are necessary in all settings where employees need guidance and supervision to complete tasks, serve customers, and meet deadlines. A skilled supervisor is an effective communicator, problem-solver and employee motivator. In order to...
How to Measure Decibels
In common usage, decibels are usually a way to measure the volume (loudness) of a sound. Decibels are a base 10 logarithmic unit, which means that increasing a sound by 10 decibels results in a sound that is twice as loud as the "base" sound. In general t...
How to Train a Boxer Puppy
The Boxer is a German breed that was created by crossing a Bullenbeisser, a little-known breed, and an English Bulldog. The Boxer is a loyal, intelligent, highly excitable breed. They are playful, curious and extremely energetic. These traits make it esse...
How to Freeze Okra
If you love the taste of okra, wait for the height of okra season and set aside some fresh pods to freeze. When you're craving the taste of summery okra during the dark winter months, you'll thank yourself for thinking ahead. Just make sure you freeze it...