To take the Patent Bar, you must first apply to register with the Office of Enrollment and Discipline (OED) at the USPTO.  You will need to complete the "Application for Registration to Practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office" (Form PTO-158) and send it to Mailstop OED, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, P.O. Box 1450, Alexandria, Virginia 22313-1450, along with the following documents and fees:  Evidence of scientific and technical training, such as official transcripts showing a Bachelor's degree is an accepted scientific field or the completion of scientific coursework equivalent to an undergraduate degree accompanied by course descriptions. If you are not a U.S. citizen, provide evidence that you reside legally in the U.S., including a copy of both sides of your work permit and all documentation submitted to and received from USCIS and the Department of Labor. If you have a criminal history, provide a full explanation in writing of your arrests and convictions, a complete copy of all court records regarding each incident and any other documents requested in the section of the application that asks about your criminal history. A cashier's or certified check, Treasury note, or United States Postal Service money order made payable to the Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office for $240 (includes the application and registration fee).  Note that if you have a criminal background a higher fee is required. Once you have submitted your application to register with the OED, you will receive an admission letter with further instructions on the examination process.  You will also receive a USPTO identification number.  You will need to use this number in all future correspondence with the OED.  If you plan to register for the exam with the commercial test delivery provider, Prometric, you will need to provide your USPTO ID number during the exam registration process. The admission letter will state the exact date by which you must take the exam (90 days from the date on which...

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Apply to register with the USPTO. Wait to receive your admission letter. Register for the exam. Find out what material is covered on the exam. Devise a study plan. Enroll in a course. Take the exam. Find out whether you passed the exam.


To temporarily get rid of the appearance of an ant infestation, spray the peony bushes with a strong stream of water. This will kill the ants on the bushes, but won’t permanently stop more ants from getting on your peonies. Find an insecticidal soap spray, and make sure the manufacturer specifically states that the product is effective against ants. Apply the insecticide according to the manufacturer's directions, usually 2-3 times a week for 2 weeks. This method will not generally be acceptable if you are committed to gardening organically or do not want to harm the beneficial insects that aid the plants in pollination. Mix 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 44 mL) of peppermint oil with 1 US quart (0.95 L) of water in a spray bottle to create a natural deterrent. Spray the mixture on the stems of the peonies and around the bushes to keep ants away. In the place of peppermint oil, you can also use 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 44 mL) cayenne pepper or minced garlic. Mix one of these with 1 US quart (0.95 L) water and spray your peony bushes with the solution. Or try a 1 part apple cider vinegar, 1 part water solution. If keeping the ants off the peonies at all times is your goal, you can make a simple ant trap using paper and petroleum jelly. Cut a circle with about 6 inches (15 cm) wide out of a piece of paper. Make a straight cut from the outer edge to the center of the circle, and then cut out a small circle at the center of the paper circle. Smear one side of the paper circle with petroleum jelly. Then, place the circle around the stem of your peony plant, with the plant's stem at the center of the circle.  If the petroleum jelly side is facing up, any ants trying to climb the plant will get stuck in it. Another way you can discourage ants from getting on your peonies is by planting ant-repellant plants nearby. Some common plants that tend to repel ants are geraniums, mint, garlic, and calendula.

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Spray peonies with water for an immediate solution. Spray the peonies with insecticide for a more long-lasting solution. Treat your peony bushes with a natural ant repellant to avoid using insecticide. Prevent the ants from climbing the plant's stem using a homemade ant trap. Complement your peony plantings with ant-repellant plants.


To test how close the shade is to your natural color, apply the lipstick only to your lower lip. Compare that shade to the your upper lip. If the shades are drastically different, you need to keep looking. Dark shades will actually make your lips look smaller, while lighter shades can add plumpness. Lipstick with a matte finish can also cause lips to look thinner, while glosses and shimmery shades can make them look fuller. Remember that your undertone and complexion will help guide you, but they aren't the be-all-end-all of choosing a lipstick color. It is important to try on different shades and, ultimately, choose what you feel looks best. If you have fair or light skin, try light pink, coral, peach, nudes, or beige. If you have cool undertones, try a soft mocha and nude. Warm undertones, try pale pinks or a nude with a little peach.  If you have medium skin, try rose, mauve, or berry shades. Cool undertones: try shades of pink or cranberry. Warm undertones: experiment with copper or bronze.  If you have tan skin, try to avoid browns and purples and go for colors with an orange undertone. Most other colors will look great. Try coral, or deep pink.  If you have a deep complexion, try browns or purples like walnut, caramel, plum, or wine. Cool undertones should look for ruby and wine-colored reds. Warm undertones: try copper or bronze. Unless you're feeling like making a statement with bold lips (which is totally fine!), apply strong shades to your lower lip only. Press your lips together, then use your finger to even out the color.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find a color that is one to two shades deeper than your natural lip color. Decide if you want your lips to look smaller or larger. Determine your undertone and complexion. Experiment with shades that experts recommend for your complexion and skin tone. Keep it subtle.


To test if a dish is microwave safe, you can put it in the microwave with a cup of water. Find a glass or cup that is microwave safe, and fill it three-quarters of the way with water.  It’s important to use a cup that you know to be safe for the microwave, otherwise the test may not work. To be certain, find a cup that has the microwave safe stamp on the bottom. Place both the glass of water and the dish in question side by side in the microwave. Microwave the two items together on high power for one minute.  If the dish is too large to sit side by side with the cup, place the cup on top of (or inside) the dish. To increase the power on your microwave to high, look for a button that says Power, Menu, or Settings. After a minute in the microwave, use oven mitts or a potholder to remove the cup of water. Then, place your hand on the dish in question to feel how warm it is:  The dish is unsafe for the microwave if the dish is warm and the water is cold. A warm dish means it absorbs heat. The dish is safe for the microwave if the dish is cool and the water is warm. A cool dish means it doesn’t absorb heat. Note that the dish may feel warm in the center if you had the cup of water in or on the dish. In order to keep track of which dishes are microwave safe and which aren't, use a permanent marker to label the bottom of the dish with the results of your test.  You can use any labeling method you like for your dishes. For instance, you can mark microwave-safe dishes with a happy face, the letter M, or two wavy lines. Don’t forget to label dishes that aren't safe for the microwave as well. You can use an unhappy face, an M with a line through it, or some other indication.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Fill a cup with water. Microwave the dish with the glass of water. Perform a touch test. Label the dish.


To tone your abs while walking, you need to make sure your walking routine is at an intensity level that is going to help burn the fat around your middle. Increase your intensity so you can get maximum benefits.  Increase the speed of your walk. As you walk, you should be huffing and puffing or a little breathless. If you can track your speed via a mobile app, try aiming for 3.5 and 4.0 mph (5.6 and 6.4 km/h). That’s the equivalent to around a 15-minute mile (or about 10 minutes per km).  If you have a pedometer, try to shoot for around 3,000 steps in 30 minutes. A way to boost your fat-burning and toning is to get off the flat pavement. Instead, walk on uneven surfaces, like nature or hiking trails. You should also include hills or inclines into your walk.  If you live near hiking or nature trails, walk along those multiple times a week. If you don’t, try walking across the grass at a local park. Go to a hilly neighborhood to change the incline of your walk. Walk up and down the hilly streets to give your workout an added boost. Add hills to your workout three to four times a week. Do several intervals of hills in your routine. There are benefits to walking for even a short amount of time. If you are just beginning, you may only be able to walk for five to 10 minutes at a time. Gradually work your way up to walking for at least 30 minutes. Perform this walking routine as often as possible, ideally five days a week.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Increase the intensity of your walk. Walk on varied terrain. Work out for the appropriate length of time.


To track your BBT effectively, you should write down the reading in the morning. Do this in a journal or on your phone using a tracking app. There are several apps available that will plot your readings on a chart or graph. You can then use the chart to get a better sense of your cycle and your ovulation periods.  Make sure the chart includes a vertical section for the day of your cycle (1,2,3, etc), the month, and the date. It should have an horizontal section with a temperature range of 99°F to 96°F. Before ovulation, a woman’s BBT averages between 97°F (36.1°C) and 97.5°F (36.4°C). After ovulation, it usually rises 97.6°F (36.4°C) to 98.6°F (37°C). You can view a sample BBT chart online. You will need to chart your basal body temperature for at least one to two cycles to get an accurate picture of your fertility. You should note any clear patterns on the charts, such as a temperature rise or fall at the same time in your cycle for both months. Notice if there is a temperature shift of at least 0.4 degrees within 48-hours on your chart. This is a sign that you are ovulating. The temperature shift should be higher than the highest temperatures that you recorded the previous six days. Most women have a basal body temperature of 96 to 98°F (35.6 to 36.7°C) one to two days before ovulation. For most women, the most fertile period is two days before their basal body temperature rises or they begin ovulation. Keep in mind sperm can live up to five days in your reproductive tract, so if you would like to get pregnant, you should have sex two days before you begin ovulating. If you do not want to get pregnant, you should avoid having sex from when your menstrual period starts until three to four days after your basal body temperature rises, though you should not rely on this as a form of contraception until you have tried it for a few months. If your basal body temperature stays up for more than 18 days after you have ovulated, you should get tested for pregnancy.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Record your BBT right away. Check the chart after two cycles and look for any patterns. Identify the most fertile times in your cycle.


To truly see the shape of your face, you need to pull your hair back into a ponytail or bun. You should also pin back your bangs or any other loose hair from around your face. Having your face clean and uncovered will allow you to see all the factors that determine your face shape. You might also want to wear a top that does not cover your neck and chin, so try a scoop neck or v-neck shirt. You can also go topless. You need to get a mirror and a writing utensil, such as an eyebrow pencil, lip or eyeliner pencil, or dry erase marker. You need to make sure the mirror is large enough that you can see your whole face. It also needs to be hung on a wall or able to sit up on its own so you can use both your hands. Make sure the room you're in is well lit and that your face is in full light. You will need to be able to see each edge of your face and you don't want to misread the shape of your face due to shadows. Stand in front of the mirror with your face centered in the mirror's surface. Mark the edges of your face. You can either draw the whole area of your face now or you can place dots around you face, noting the top and edges of your forehead, the edges of your cheekbones, points on the edges of your jawline, and the bottom of your chin. Once you've placed the dots, move to the side and connect the dots, making a facsimile of your face shape.  You can also do this in the bathroom mirror after you get out of the shower. All you have to do is draw the outline of your face in the steam. Make sure to take note of the shape before the condensation fades away.  If you don't have a mirror, take a picture of yourself head on with a relaxed face and draw around the outside of your face. You will get the same result. Once you've drawn your face, it's time to analyze the dimensions of your face. Look at the width of your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline as well as the length from your forehead to your chin. Compare each side, judging which area is most prominent, which area is smallest, and how they relate to one...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Pull your hair away from your face. Get your materials together. Draw your face. Determine your face dimensions.


To turn right, apply pressure to the board with your right elbow and grip the left rail with your left hand. To turn left, apply pressure to the board with your left elbow and grip the right rail with your right hand. A good bottom turn is the foundation for all other maneuvers, such as 360s.  As the wave catches you, keep your hands over the nose of the board. Lean onto your left elbow to dig the edge of the body board into the wave. LIft the right rail with your right hand. Extend your legs as you turn to prevent your feet from dragging in the water. After you start to turn, center your body weight on the board and lean forward slightly to gain speed. A cut back is a turn back to the curl of the wave that you can do to regulate your speed or to reposition yourself along the wave.  Shift your weight on the outside rail (away from the wave) while applying pressure with your right hand to the middle of your right rail. Lift up the upper left corner of the board with your left hand and lean to your right. Look at the inside of the wave and visualize the spot where you want to stop your turn. When you reach that spot, lean left to get back in the curl of the wave and shift your weight back to the normal position. After you've mastered the bottom turn and the cut back, try a full rotation. This can be done on the flat section of a wave, in the white foam, off the lip of the wave, or even in the air. The technique is the exactly the same wherever you attempt a 360.  Make a bottom turn to position yourself in the curl of the wave. Turn slightly to the left to face the wave. Slide forward on your board so that your face is roughly level with the nose of your board. Lift your legs, arch your back, and throw your head to the left. Keep looking in the direction you want to spin and your shoulder will follow. After your 360 is complete, perform a bottom turn to gain speed for the next maneuver and put your feet back in the water.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Lean left to turn left and lean right to turn right. Make a bottom turn. Do a cut back. Try a 360.


To unclog and clean your spa filter, take the cartridge out of the filter. Using a hose, run water over each pleat in the cartridge and clean any dirt and foreign matter out of the filter. Make sure to let the cleaned filter air dry completely before putting it back in your filter.  Replace the spa filter when it has become damaged or has stopped working. You’ll know this is the case when the filter quickly become dirty again after you have cleaned it. If you are cleaning your filter cartridge in a dishwasher, be sure to turn off the built-in water heater. Water over 140 °F (60 °C) can damage the filter. Also use the cleanser on your filter every time you replace the water in your tub.  Replace the dirty filter with a new, clean filter while your dirty filter is being cleaned. Clean out the filter with a hose, soak it the solution overnight, or following the instructions on the cleanser, and then let it dry it completely before putting it back into your filter. The least expensive filter cleaner is TSP - TriSodium Phosphate. This is the main ingredient in many dishwasher detergents. You can use one cup TSP with five gallons of water to make a cleaning solution for your filter. The first step to maintaining a clean spa is keeping the cover in good working order because it does the majority of the work to keep your spa clean. Before you apply your vinyl protector, you should clean your hot tub cover. If you have an acrylic cover, you do not have to condition the cover, but you should clean it once a month. You can use a gentle purpose cleaner and a rag or soft sponge on the hot tub cover to clean it.  Do not use abrasives, dish soaps or any detergents to clean the cover, because they can damage the topcoat of the vinyl causing it to deteriorate faster  Choose a warm or sunny day to wash your cover so it gets lots of sun while it air dries. Conditioning your cover will prolong its life. Conditioning the cover protects it against UV rays that break the chemical bonds and cause the cover to harden and crack....

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Clean the filter every two weeks. Use a granular filter cleaner for your hot tub, like Power Soak or Eco Soak, to clean your filter every 3-4 months. Clean your hot tub cover once a month. Condition your vinyl hot tub cover once a month during the summer and 3-4 times throughout the year. Clean the mildew inside the vinyl covering if you have mildew problems. Be careful handling your cover. Protect your spa cover from the elements. Use a patch on your cover if it rips.


To understand a poem's meaning and theme, you should begin with the title.  Poets carefully choose their titles to set up their poem. Does the title provoke a certain feeling? Does it set up a certain expectation for the subject? Make a note in the margin about the initial reaction you have to the title. What are your expectations for the poem based on the title? Thinking about this set of criteria will help you begin to discover the subject of the poem and what the poet is trying to communicate to you, the reader.  Who's the speaker of the poem? You should remember that the poet is not always the narrative voice in the poem. Are there multiple characters in the poem? Who's the speaker's audience?  What's the basic plot of the poem? Are there conflicts present and are they resolved? Is there a turning point or transition in the poem? When does the poem take place? Present time? In the past? Over a long period of time or in a single night? Where does the poem take place? Is there a physical location? In it an imaginary environment? Why is the speaker of the poem speaking to you? What has compelled the speaker to share this poem? Now that you've thought about the poem's subject and intent, look more closely at how the poem's meter (regulated or repetitive beats of words in a line) or rhythm contribute to its meaning.  Read the poem aloud to get a sense of its rhythm or meter. Words that are stressed through rhyme or repetition may be key to understanding the meaning of the poem. Punctuation or words in the poem that force you to slow down may be the poet's way of calling your attention to their importance. After reading the poem, think about what images have popped up in your mind. Understanding the imagery of a poem will help you get at its meaning.  How did the poet put these images in your mind?  Imagery isn't limited to the visual. Imagery also relates to other senses, such as smell or taste, through words.  The poet may have evoked imagery through symbolism, a physical object that represents an idea,...

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Look at the title. Decide the who, what, when, where, and why of the poem. Think about the poem's rhythm. Determine what imagery the poem conjures up. Look for similes and metaphors.


To understand your boyfriend’s friends, you should know what your boyfriend thinks about them. Whenever he tells stories about him and his friends, try to listen and maybe ask some questions. These stories will show crucial elements about how he feels about his friends. You don’t need to take notes or anything. However, you should try to remember the details of some of the stories. This is part of his friends’ shared history. Later, if you bring up one of these stories to his friends, then they will be pleasantly surprised that you know about these moments. The best way to understand the relationship your boyfriend has with his friends is to hang out with them. Sure, the first few times won’t be super informative because they will be adjusting to you. However, after a while, they will begin to act the way that they normally do. You might use this time to identify what you like and dislike about them. Either way, you will be showing that you care about maintaining a relationship with the entire group. Don’t force your way in! Just be interested in joining in an activity that they were going to do together as a group. For example, if they were all going to watch a movie together, ask if you can tag along. This is an easy way of showing interest. Ask a few of his friends to come to your place to hang out. You might try ordering in some food or asking everyone to cook together. This is a great way for everyone in the group to bond. If you don’t want them to come to your place, then you can ask them all over to your boyfriend’s place. Just make sure that you both agree on this first! You can ask your boyfriend to co-host. Having dinner with friends is enjoyable and informative. You will be able to talk to his friends in a social setting. Perhaps tackling an entire group of friends seems overwhelming. That’s understandable. You might try finding one friend that you think is easy to spend time with and try to focus your efforts on getting to know them. This will make it less difficult to spend time with his friends...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Listen to your boyfriend talk about them. Spend time with his friends. Invite them over. Get to know them one at a time.


To upgrade the ice staff, you must place the staff inside a blue pedestal located in the Crazy Place. The ice staff will hover and float above the pedestal. This allows the ice staff to collect souls. You must kill approximately 20 zombies to collect enough souls needed to upgrade the ice staff. When the mission is complete, Samantha will inform you that the power of ice is available, and the ice staff will now be outlined in red. The Staff of Ice will now be upgraded to Ull’s Arrow.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Navigate back to the Crazy Place. Head over to the blue pedestal, then place your ice staff on top of the pedestal. Use a gun to slaughter as many zombies as possible in the Crazy Place. Navigate back to the blue pedestal and grab the staff.


To use Bitmoji on your computer, you’ll need to install an app that only works with Google Chrome. If you don’t have Chrome, see How to Download and Install Google Chrome to learn how to get it. If you see the Bitmoji button (a green icon with a white winking chat bubble) at the top-right corner of Chrome, you already have the extension and can skip this step. Otherwise:  Go to https://www.bitmoji.com. Scroll down and click Get it on Google Chrome. It’s a black button at the bottom of the page. Click Add Extension. When it’s installed, you’ll see the sign-in screen. Enter your Bitmoji account information and click Log In, or select Log in with Facebook if your account is linked with Facebook. You’ll have to sign into Facebook if you haven’t already. It’s the green icon with a white winking chat bubble at the top-right corner of Chrome. To find it, click one of the categories listed (e.g. “luv ya,” “birthdays,” “you rock”), or type a keyword into the “Search Bitmojis” box. If you’re using a computer without a right mouse button, press Control as you click with the left button. Make sure you don’t accidentally select “Copy image location,” as that won’t actually copy the image. Almost all social sites and apps, such as Facebook, Gmail, Twitter, and Hangouts allow you to paste an image directly into a chat or post. Right-click (or Control+click) the place you want to insert your Bitmoji, then select Paste. You can also paste Bitmoji into other apps on your computer, such as Microsoft Word or Adobe Photoshop.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Open Google Chrome. Get the Bitmoji for Chrome extension. Click the Bitmoji button. Find the Bitmoji you want to copy. Right-click the Bitmoji. Select Copy Image. Paste the Bitmoji into site that supports images.


To use Chrome from your iOS device on a TV, you’ll need to have Apple TV installed and turned on. Make sure you’re connecting to the same Wi-Fi network used by the Apple TV. This will open the Control Center on your iOS device. A small pop-up menu will appear. This action enables you to mirror the screen on your iOS device to the TV. Once you select your Apple TV, you should see your iOS home screen on the big screen. You will see Chrome appear on both the TV and your mobile device. Now you can visit any website and have it appear on your TV. When you’re done using Chrome on your TV:  Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to launch the Control Center. Select “AirPlay” from the menu. Tap your iOS device. For example, if you’re using an iPad, tap “iPad.” Your iOS desktop will now disappear from the TV screen.

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Turn on your Apple TV. Connect your iOS device to the Wi-Fi network. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen. Tap the “AirPlay” icon. Move the slider next to “Mirroring” to the On position. Select your Apple TV from the list. Launch the Chrome app. Disconnect from AirPlay.


To use Google Chrome on your television, you’ll need have a Chromecast already hooked up to your television. This method will work for the Windows, Mac, and ChromeOS versions of the browser. If your computer is not already connected to Wi-Fi, connect now. Chrome has a built-in “Cast” feature that allows you to send a Chrome tab to your TV. Load up a website, such as wikiHow.com, so you’ll have something to cast to the TV. The Settings menu will expand. ” Chrome will search for a Chromecast or Cast-enabled television. ” This will bring you to the “Select Source” menu. You’ll see two options—“Cast tab” and “Cast desktop.” ” Otherwise, you’ll be sharing your entire computer screen (and not just Chrome). ” This will take you back to the “Cast to” menu. Depending on the amount of Google Cast-supported devices on the network, you may see several devices listed. In a few seconds, the site you loaded in the browser will appear on your television screen. You can browse to other websites while casting to the TV—just be sure you’re staying in the correct browser tab. When you’re ready to stop using Chrome on your TV, either close the browser tab or click “Stop.”

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Connect your Chromecast to your television. Connect to the same Wi-Fi network as the Chromecast. Open Chrome on your computer. Visit any website in Chrome. Click the ⋮ icon at the top right side of Chrome. Click “Cast. Click the arrow next to “Cast to. Select “Cast tab. Click the arrow next to “Select Source. Select your Chromecast from the list. Stop casting.


To use association effectively, you can create an image in your mind to help you remember a word or an image. For example, if you have a hard time remembering that JFK was the president involved in the Bay of Pigs invasion, just picture the handsome president swimming in an ocean surrounded by happy, oinking pigs. This is absolutely silly, but this concrete image in your mind will forever help you link the president with this event.  By creating a visual, your brain can fixate on a single, easy-to-identify piece of information. When you recall that single symbol, you can also recall the larger strand of information you assigned to it. For example, as you place your car keys in your purse, imagine your purse suddenly growing wheels and speeding away. Since the image is such a strange one, you're more likely to remember it later, which will also help you remember that your car keys are inside it. The more unique or unusual the image is, the easier it will be for your brain to remember it. Let's say you keep forgetting your student ID every time you need to use it again. Just break down the number into smaller chunks and create images associated with those chunks. Let's say the number is 12-7575-23. Find a way to make these numbers meaningful. Let's say "12" happens to be your house number, "75" happens to be your grandmother's age, and the number "23" is Michael Jordan's jersey number. Here's what you can visualize to remember the number: Picture your house with two copies of your grandmother standing to the right, showing that the house comes first. Then imagine Michael Jordan standing to the right of your grandmothers. There you have it -- 12 (your house), 7575 (double-dose of Grandma) and 23, the basketball star. Chunking is a way of grouping things together to help you memorize them. Random lists of things (a shopping list, for example) can be especially difficult to remember. To make it easier, try categorizing the individual things from the list. For example, list all of the fruits together, the dairy...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use association to remember facts. Use association to remember numbers. Use chunking. Use rhymes. Use acronyms. Use acrostics. Use the method of Loci.


To use fundamental analysis, you need to determine what you think the stock is really worth, or its estimated value. This won't necessarily be what the stock is currently being traded at. If you decide the value is higher than the current stock price, buy. If you think the value is less than the stock price, sell. Don't expect clear results. The value is subjective and other investors often come to different conclusions. To determine the current and future value of a company, here are a few variables to look into:  P/E (price to earnings ratio) - a negative ratio may suggest that the company isn't profitable EBIDTA (Earnings before interest depreciation, tax and amortization) - this is a form of net income with much of the accounting already taken into consideration free cash flow - this represents money that the company has to pursue opportunities that may increase their stock's value debt ratio - this is a percentage of the company's total debts to assets You can find the information in the company's SEC filings or earnings reports. Order a company report by contacting the Investor Relations area of the company. Their contact information will be available on their website, which may even offer a link to download the reports. You can also use the EDGAR (Electronic Data Gathering Analysis and Retrieving) system of the SEC to view or download this information. Full-service brokers, research firms, and the internet are full of free and for-purchase reports. Note that many online brokers limit public information available. Once you have all the information you need, make a decision about the value of the company you're considering. Use the data to determine the value of the company. Then, buy stocks based on future projections of earnings or good news about the company. You can try using relative value to compare similar assets of different companies. When doing so, try to stay within the same sector when choosing companies to compare. For example, you may want to compare Apple, IBM, Lenovo and Hewlett Packard - Compaq.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Decide if Fundamental Analysis is best for you. Look at the variables. Gather the data from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Search for information. Pick your stocks.


To use heat to help open the coconut, it’s important to ensure that your oven is warm enough. Set the temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius), and allow it to fully heat. When the coconut has started to crack, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Allow it to cool for two to three minutes. Next, wrap the coconut in a small kitchen towel or rag.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Preheat the oven. Remove the coconut and wrap it in a towel.


To use these codes your keyboard must have a separate numeric keypad off to the right-hand side of your keyboard- ASCII codes will work for Microsoft Office. They may not work with all Windows programs, so you may have to check the programs individually to see if they are compatible. While there are many numeric codes to remember, the one thing you need to do for all of the codes is to first hold the ALT key. Continue to hold the key while you type the necessary numeric code. Hold Alt and type the following codes to get grave accents:  à = 0224; À = 0192 è = 0232; È = 0200 ì = 0236; Ì = 0204 ò = 0242; Ò = 0210 ù = 0249; Ù = 0217  Type the following codes to get acute accents:  á = 0225; Á = 0193 é = 0233; É = 0201 í = 0237; Í = 0205 ó = 0243; Ó = 0211 ú = 0250; Ú = 0218 ý = 0253; Ý = 0221  Type the following codes to get circumflex accents:  â = 0226; Â = 0194 ê = 0234; Ê = 0202 î = 0238; Î = 0206 ô = 0244; Ô = 0212 û = 0251; Û = 0219  Type the following codes to get tilde accents:  ã = 0227; Ã = 0195 ñ = 0241; Ñ = 0209 õ = 0245; Õ = 0213  Type the following codes to get umlaut accents:  ä = 0228; Ä = 0196 ë = 0235; Ë = 0203 ï = 0239; Ï = 0207 ö = 0246; Ö = 0214 ü = 0252; Ü = 0220 ÿ = 0255; Ÿ = 0159 The accent will appear above the corresponding letter as shown. Learning the accent codes can take some practice as there are many to remember. You can make a cheat sheet to keep by your computer so you can reference it quickly if you need to use accents often. If you use accents frequently, you should reconfigure the keyboard to better suit your typing needs.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use ALT key codes. Hold down the ALT key. Type the corresponding accent code on the numeric keypad. Release the ALT key.


To use this method, you need to know the length of the two equal sides, and the measurement of the angle between these two sides. You can also use this method if you are given a line segment representing the side length instead of the measurement. For example, you might know that the isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 7 cm, or you might be given a line segment representing the side length. You also know that the angle between the sides is 50 degrees. Use a protractor to construct the angle of the given measurement. Ensure that each of its vectors is longer than the given side length. For example, you might need to draw a 50-degree angle. Since the sides of the triangle are 7 cm, the vectors should be a little longer than 7 cm long. You can use a ruler or your compass set to the appropriate length to measure. If you know the measurement of the side lengths, use a ruler to open the compass to that length. If you are given a line segment instead of a measurement, use it to set the compass to the appropriate width.  For example, if you know that the side lengths are 7 cm, then use a ruler to open your compass 7 cm wide. To do this, place the tip of the compass on the vertex of the angle (where the two vectors meet). Draw one long arc that intersects each vector of the angle. You can also draw two small arcs, each one intersecting one of the vectors. Using a straightedge, draw a line connecting the points where the arc intersects the two vectors. The resulting figure is an isosceles triangle.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Assess what you know. Draw the angle. Set the compass. Draw an arc. Draw the base.


To use your DCF result, you will need to understand what your figures represent. Your total DCF is the sum of the present values of future payments. That is, if you received an amount equivalent to your future payments today it would be the total DCF value; therefore, you can now compare future amounts of money directly to the present cost of investing to get that money. In general, DCF calculations are used to discount cash flows from an investment to see if that investment is worthwhile. This is done by comparing the value of buying into the investment to the present value of its future cash flows. If the present value of the future cash flows is higher than the cost of investing, it may be a good investment. If they are lower, you will be effectively losing money.  For example, in the example used in the other two parts, you had the option of buying an investment that would pay $6,000 total over three years ($1,000 + $2,000 +$3,000) at an initial investment cost of only $5,000. While this may seem like a good deal, you can see that, using a discount rate of 9 percent, you are better off investing your money elsewhere. This is because the present value of the cash flows, $4,917.34 is lower than the cost of the investment, $5,000. In finance, DCF calculations are used for DCF analysis, which is a method used to assess the value of a company. In this method, the company's free cash flows are as estimated for the next five or ten years and a "terminal value" are discounted back to the present. The present value of these amounts is then used as the "enterprise value" of company. Then, debt is removed from the enterprise value to arrive at a valuation for the company.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Analyze your result. Evaluate an investment. Use discounted cash flows for company valuation.


To use your alone time to its fullest, you need to begin by embracing it. Learn to love the benefits being alone brings and resolve yourself to have a positive attitude about it.  Embrace being able to do, say, think, or act however you want. When you’re by yourself, you don’t have to worry about the thoughts or judgments of others. You can be utterly and unabashedly yourself and never think twice about what someone else might think or say. Love the independence that comes with having time to yourself. You don’t have to take anyone else’s tastes, preferences, or desires into account when making your decisions. If you want to watch terrible reality television, no one can whine about it or beg you to change the channel. If you want to go for an extra-long walk or jog, no one can complain about how long you were out or hijack your plans. Savor not having to look good for anyone. If you want to spend all day in your pajamas with messy hair and unbrushed teeth, do it! No one will be the wiser and no one can look at sideways at your unicorn slippers. Being around people usually means enduring at least some degree of awkwardness some of the time. Being alone, on the other hand, means never having to dodge awkward questions about your dating life or listen to someone tell you all about their cat’s agoraphobia. Having time to yourself gives you the chance to step back from all the frantic activity of daily life and interactions. You have time to actually be with yourself--and appreciate your own company.  To fully enjoy your time alone, decide to let yourself truly be who you are. Embrace your quirks--talk to yourself, talk to your chair, do a weird dance while you brush your teeth, slide rather than walk whenever possible, etc. And then take time to really appreciate what an awesome and unique person you are.  Start defining yourself by your own unique qualities rather than by your relationships or other people’s opinions. Being alone gives you the chance to really consider yourself for who you are, apart from other...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Enjoy the freedom. Revel in the lack of awkwardness. Love yourself and all your quirks. Appreciate small things.


To view chats on your Gmail account, you’ll need to first enable them as an option in Gmail’s menu. If you aren’t logged in already, you’ll need to enter your email address and password for Gmail. This will open the “Settings” drop-down menu. This option should be directly beneath your profile picture icon. You can also click “More Labels” in the Inbox menu. This will open a drop-down menu with the “Chats” option inside. This will take you to the Settings menu, from which you can make the “Chats” option visible in the default menu. You can edit your default Inbox options from here. This will enable chats in your Inbox menu. You will now be able to view chats!

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Open a browser of your choosing. Open your Gmail account. Click the gear symbol in the upper right-hand side of the screen. Select the “Settings” option in the drop-down menu. Click “Labels” in the top row of the Settings menu. Find the “Chat” option and click “Show” next to it. Click the “Inbox” option to return to your Inbox.


To wash your car, it is helpful to prepare a soapy mixture. Washing your car removes any loose dirt, dust, or mud. You should always use car washing soap or conditioner so you do not damage your paint. Squeeze a bit of soap into a bucket, and use a hose to fill it with water. If you are removing scratches, washing your car lifts up any excess dirt. This makes it easier to see all your scratches clearly. Submerge your rag so it is saturated in your soapy mix, and rub it over all of your car, starting at the top. Move your hand in a circular motion to lift up dirt and debris. Cover your car in soapy bubbles so it is completely clean!  As you wipe your car down, dip the rag back into your bucket to use fresh soap mixture. If your water gets black and murky, replace it with a fresh batch of soap and water. Hold your hose about 2–3 ft (0.61–0.91 m) away from your car, and let the water spray over the surfaces of your vehicle. Wash off the entirety of your car, so there is no remaining soap residue. You can park your car in a sunny spot so it dries quickly, if you'd like.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Fill a bucket with water and 2–5 tablespoons (30–74 mL) of soap. Dunk a clean rag into your bucket and wash your car. Rinse your car with your hose to remove any soap or bubbles.


To waterproof your paper, you will be making a solution that will alter the surface of its fibers to change its absorbency. This will make your paper not only waterproof, but also more durable. You'll need:  Alum 8 oz (found in the spice area of grocery stores or online) Castile soap 3¾ oz (grated) Water 4 pt Gum arabic 2 oz Natural glue 4 oz Flat tray (deep) or wide mouth bowl Tongs When you have treated your paper with your solution, it will need to hang to dry. Clipping your piece of paper to a string or clothesline will be suitable for it to dry. However, droplets of this solution could possibly do damage to flooring or fabrics that aren't intended to be waterproofed. Be sure any droplets  land in an appropriate receptacle, on a drop cloth, or onto newspaper. To mix your ingredients properly, you will need your water to be slightly heated. When your water is warmed, mix your ingredients into the water one at a time. You will need to stir your ingredients until your solution is an even blend of all its parts. Be sure not to overheat your water during this time; the water can get hot but should not boil. The stirring process may take several minutes. Be patient and mix all ingredients thoroughly. You should remove your solution from the heat and let it cool for a short time. While the solution is still warm, pour the mixture into a large flat tray with deep rims or a wide mouthed bowl. These will make dipping your paper into your solution easier. Use your tongs to hold the paper, and dip it into the mixture, coating it completely. Don't allow the paper to remain in the solution too long, just long enough to coat the paper front and back. Once coated, remove your paper and hang it from a string or line. You can also use a wire cooling rack covered in wax paper to dry your paper. The wax paper will prevent your counter from any negative reaction to the solution.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Collect your coating instruments. Prepare your drying station. Ready your water. Stir the solution thoroughly. Transfer your solution for dipping. Dip your paper into the alum solution. Allow your document to dry.


To win the game, you need to be the first one to bear off, or remove, all of your checkers from the board and into your tray. To bear off your checkers, you need to roll both dice and use the numbers to move pieces into the tray. The numbers you roll must be exact or higher than the number of spaces needed to remove each piece from the board. For example, if you roll a 6-2, you can bear off two pieces that are on these points. But if you do not have a checker on the 6 point, you can bear it off from the next highest point on your board, such as the 5th or 4th point. You can only start bearing off your checkers once they are all in your home court. To begin bearing off, get all of your checkers into the 1-6 points on your board. They can be placed on any of these points. Don't forget that your checkers are still vulnerable when they're in your own home court. If the opposing player has a checker on the bar, then he can still enter it into a blot on your court if you have any, forcing you to take out one of your pieces and move it to the bar. After that, you can't continue bearing off until it's back in the home court. When bearing off, you can only bear off checkers that occupy the corresponding point. For example, if you rolled a 4-1, and you have a checker in the 4th and 1st point, you can bear them off. If your roll double sixes and have four checkers on the 6th point, you can bear off all six.  If you still have a die to play and no checker to bear off, you must move a checker according to the number on the die. For example, if you only have two checkers remaining in the 6th and 5th points and you roll a 2-1, then you can move the checker on the 6th point over to the 4th point, and the checker on the 5th point over to the 4th point. You can use a higher roll to bear off a die on a lower point. If you roll a 5-4 and you only have a few checkers remaining in the 3rd and 2nd points, you can bear off two of these checkers. You must move a lower die roll before a higher one even if it means you can't fully use...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Understand how to win the game. Move all of your checkers into your home court. Start bearing off your checkers. Bear off all fifteen of your checkers. Play again.


To write a funny book, you need a story idea that could come across as funny to your readers. You may create a story idea that is so absurd, it’s funny. Or you may place your characters in a situation that is humorous. Crafting a funny story idea should be a fun, silly exercise where you consider what you find funny and try to use these elements in your book.  For example, you may use your own funny experiences to write a story that is funny. Maybe you had a humorous entrance into the world, complete with a premature birth in the back of a moving bus and a mother who didn’t know what to name you, so your name was “Baby” for the first few weeks. Use funny moments in your life as inspiration for an original funny book. You can also create a situation that is so absurd it is funny, forcing your characters to deal with a funny situation in your book. For example, maybe your book is set in a dystopian future where people cannot lie. This situation can come across as absurd to your reader and force your characters to deal with being honest all the time. You can also imbue your main character with funny attributes or a funny perspective on the world. This could then help your book come across as humorous to your readers. Perhaps your main character is quirky and strange, with a funny perspective on life. Or maybe your main character always seems to land in absurd situations, leading to moments of humor. For example, maybe your main character is socially awkward and does not know how to approach others, especially at parties. But they always seem to end up going to parties anyway. You can come up with a story idea that is funny and entertaining by taking a classic story and twisting it around. Think of your favorite fairy tale, for example, and then add a humorous twist to it so it becomes funny or absurd. Consider a plot line you have read before and adjust it or add to it so it becomes fresh and new to readers. For example, you may take the fairy tale about sleeping beauty and twist it so it becomes more humorous....

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Come up with a funny story idea. Make your main character funny. Put a funny twist on a classic story. Read examples of funny books.


Toast the noodles and serve them dry, or boil them and serve them as a milky, soupy pudding called sheer khurma. This is the traditional Eid breakfast in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.  Dates are a popular breakfast to have before heading out for pre-dawn prayers. Other traditional breakfasts include buttered couscous or buffalo cream with honey and bread. As part of the festivities, Muslims decorate their homes with lights. Place string lights, candles, or lanterns around your house, and put up festive banners made of paper stars. A variety of meat dishes are enjoyed on Eid, but all must be halal, which means no pork or swine. One of the most popular dishes in Northern Africa is tagine, a savory stew named after the earthenware dish it's cooked in. Typical ingredients include chicken, beef, or fish mixed with vegetables and spices. Other popular Eid dishes are beef or lamb kebobs, biryani (a basmati rice dish), and haleem (meat slow-cooked with grains). Families gather together to make, swap, and eat these sugar cookies for Eid. They often have designs on them made with special stampers and contain one of three fillings: pistachios, walnuts, or dates. Create a basic dough of flour, powdered sugar, butter, and milk. Then roll it into little balls and press your thumb into each one to create an indentation for your filling. Once you add the filling, re-roll the balls and bake until golden. There are many more sweets enjoyed on Eid besides kahk, though the type depends upon the culture. Some examples include kheer (Indian rice pudding), baklava (a phyllo dough pastry popular in the Middle East), and kanafeh (a Turkish specialty with cheese, semolina, noodles, and syrup).

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Start the day with seviyan, or vermicelli noodles. Put up lights in your home. Eat halal meat dishes. Bake traditional treats called kahk al Eid. Indulge in a variety of sweets.


Toasted walnuts taste best when served warm, so you should not let them cool to room temperature. They will be hot after you finish toasting them, though, and handling them immediately can lead to burns. Wait until the nuts have cooled just enough to comfortably hold in your hand. " The shell should have begun peeling up slightly at the "x" mark as the walnuts toasted. Use your fingers to grip the corners and forcefully peel the softened shell off. The shell may still pose some problem, but it can usually be worked off with only your fingers. If the shell is still too hard to peel away, gently crack it using a nutcracker as though the nut were still raw. Apply pressure carefully, though, since toasted walnuts tend to be a little softer than raw walnuts and will break apart more easily. You can either use a clean dish towel or paper towel. Rub the towel over the nuts using small yet rapid strokes to remove the bitter skins. You can also store the toasted nuts in the refrigerator or freezer if necessary, but most people prefer the taste of warm toasted walnuts over cold walnuts.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Allow the nuts to cool slightly. Peel back the corners of the "x. Use a nutcracker only if necessary. Rub the walnuts with a towel. Serve warm.


Toasting the coconut before you process it into coconut butter gives the butter a delicious hint of toasted caramel. There are three ways that you can toast coconut, and one of the more popular is baking it in the oven.  Spread the coconut out on a baking sheet or two, depending on how much coconut you're using to make your butter. Make sure the layer is thin so that it cooks evenly. Place the coconut into an oven preheated to 300 F (149 C). Toast the coconut in the oven for about 20 minutes. Mix it around every five minutes to ensure it cooks and toasts at an even rate.  Remove the coconut from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature before using it for coconut butter. Another way to toast coconut involves cooking it in a skillet on the stove. You will likely have to work in batches, especially if you're making seven cups of coconut butter.  Spread the coconut out in a large skillet. Place it over medium heat and cook the coconut for about five minutes.  Stir the coconut frequently to prevent burning and promote even cooking. The coconut is ready when it turns a golden brown. Remove from the heat and cool before processing. A third way to toast coconut involves cooking it in the microwave in short bursts. Coconut can burn easily in the microwave, which is why you want to cook it in small sessions.  Spread the coconut out on a microwave-safe plate or dish. Set your microwave to high and microwave the coconut in 30-second increments. Stir between every cooking session.  The coconut will take about eight minutes to cook. It’s ready when it turns golden brown. Give the coconut a few minutes to cool down after toasting, then transfer it to your blender for coconut butter processing.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Bake the shredded coconut in the oven. Fry it in a skillet. Cook it in the microwave.


Toasting will make the nuts more fragrant and flavorful. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. Toast until they release a strong nutty aroma, then remove from the pan and set aside. Stir to combine. Do not worry if all the sugar and salt don’t dissolve. You can also add additional ingredients to spice up the recipe:  Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon for delicious cinnamon-sugar nuts.  Add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for spicier nuts.  For really flavor-packed nuts, add ¼ teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon dried ground orange peel. Cook until the sugar dissolves and is bubbling – approximately 5 minutes. This should take only 15 seconds or so. Either separate them immediately with forks, or wait until they have cooled and break the nuts apart. Store in an airtight container.

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Toast pecans over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Mix the 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, 3 teaspoons of water, ¼ teaspoon of vanilla, and ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt in a small bowl. Cook the sugar mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently. Add the pecans and stir until coated in the sugar mixture. Transfer the nuts to a sheet of wax or parchment paper to cool.


Tobacco contains many, many chemicals, the most addictive of which is nicotine. Nicotine has been shown to be as addictive a drug as heroin or cocaine. Low levels of nicotine consumption create a slightly euphoric feeling due to the release of dopamine and the minor adrenaline rush that accompanies the act of smoking. Nicotine also increases the resting heart rate, lowers skin temperatures, and reduces blood flow in the body's extremities.  Smoking is known to cause cancer, as well as strokes, coronary heart disease, blood clots, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It has also been shown to harm virtually every organ in the body.  Smoking is highly addictive. Many people recognize the harmful effects smoking causes on the body, but are incapable of quitting. Many self-avowed social smokers claim that they are not addicted, and can quit any time they want. However, on a chemical level, even social smokers' brains become sensitized to nicotine. Brain scans have shown an increase in the development and density of dendrites in the parts of the brain associated with addiction. Studies have shown that even beginner smokers experience a drastic reduction in the number of days they can go through without experiencing cravings, which suggests that even casual/social smoking is often the beginning of full-fledged addiction. If you still consider yourself a social/casual smoker without any real risk of addiction, you may already be addicted. Psychologists and medical professionals have compiled a checklist that addresses smoking habits which may be useful in assessing your own smoking habits. Any "yes" answers to any of the following questions suggests to medical professionals that addiction has already started:  Have you ever tried to quit but could not?  Do you find yourself smoking because it is difficult to quit?  Do you now or have you ever felt like you were addicted to tobacco/nicotine?  Do you ever experience strong, irresistible cravings to smoke?  Have you ever felt that you desperately needed a...

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Learn the effects of tobacco. Understand social smoking. Determine if you are addicted. Consider seeing a doctor.


Tobacco dries your mouth out and can raise the temperature of your mouth—both of these things contribute to bad breath by allowing bacteria to flourish. Smoking also increases the risk of gum decay, and a mouth with unhealthy gums is a mouth more prone to bad breath! Alcohol dries out the mucous membranes, so if you’re going to consume it, especially in the evening, you should try to drink one glass of water in between every alcoholic beverage—this way, you’re keeping your mouth moist. Bacteria flourish in dry, stagnate environments, so drinking lots of water and other fluids throughout the day helps to stave off odors in your mouth the next morning.  It is especially important to drink water right before going to bed, as the mouth dries out a lot over the course of the night when we’re sleeping and not consuming any food or fluids for many hours. Aim for eight 8 oz. glasses of water a day.[citation needed] If you aren't able to drink that much, supplement with milk or 100% fruit juice as necessary.[citation needed]  Owing to their high water content, fruits and vegetables offer another great source of hydration, in addition to water. Beyond this, the high fiber content of vegetables helps flush your body of toxins that may contribute to morning breath. Xylitol, the sweetener used in a lot of sugar-free gum products (and mints), can decrease bacteria that causes decay and bad breath.[citation needed] And flavored gum with Xylitol will not only help to eliminate bacteria that causes odor—it will also give your breath a scent of your choosing. Chewing gum twenty minutes after you eat might help to stimulate saliva flow. Some medications, such as insulin, can cause bad breath on their own, while others, like antihistamines, cause your mouth to dry out overnight, and lead to morning breath that way. If you have concerns about any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you’re taking, talk to your doctor. Take rubbing alcohol put it in a cup, then mix it with water and drink it. Swish it around in your mouth like...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Stop smoking. Drink responsibly. Stay hydrated. Chew sugarless gum. Consider your medications. Rinse out the mouth in the morning.


Tobacco is an extremely hardy plant. It grows pretty much where any other agricultural crop will grow, although, as a rule of thumb, tobacco grows better in soils which drain well. The important thing to note is that tobacco will be extremely affected by the soil in which it is grown; lighter soils will generally produce lighter colored tobacco, while darker soils will generally produce darker colored tobacco. Tobacco requires a frost-free period of 3 to 4 months between transplant and harvest. For best results, tobacco should be ripened without heavy rainfall; excess water causes tobacco plants to become thin and flaky. The ideal temperature for growing tobacco is 68° to 86° F (20° to 30° C).

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Know that tobacco leaf will grow in almost every type of soil. For best results, grow tobacco in a climate that's dry and warm.


Today, most libraries have electronic catalogues available on computer terminals throughout the library. Find a computer and access the library's homepage. On the homepage there should be a search option for books, articles, magazines, newspapers and editorials. It is usually located at the top of the web page. The computers should have the library's homepage set as the computer's homepage. If not, type the library's web address into the computer's internet browser. Do this if you know the title of the book you are looking for. Type the title of the book into the search box. Omit any a's or the's at the beginning of the title when you type it into the search box. For example, if the title of the book is “The Fall of the Roman Empire,” then type in “Fall of the Roman Empire.” Do this if you cannot remember the book's exact title, but you know the author's name. Authors are usually listed by their last names, so either type in the author's whole name, or just the last name. All of the works written by the author that the library has available will be listed.  In addition to books, newspaper articles, conferences, and other books associated with the author will be listed. You can narrow down the search results by filtering the list. Filter the results by clicking on books. You can also use this method if you are interested in other books by a specific author. Type in the author's name and look through the books that come up in the search engine. Do this if you do not have a specific book or author in mind, but you are interested in a particular subject. When searching by subject, use key words to narrow down your search. For example, if you are interested in immigration, then type in the search box “U.S. immigration,” “European immigration,” or “Mexican immigrants.”

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find a computer in the library. Do a title search. Search by the author. Do a subject search.


Today, most school newspapers are created digitally.  Because of this, you will need to download and install some publishing software.  There are many different options available when looking for desktop publishing software.  Check out some of these examples of desktop publishing software to help get you started:  Adobe InDesign, Corel Draw, and QuarkXpress are all professional publishing software. Scribus is open-source desktop publishing software. You can make a newsletter using Microsoft Word or OpenOffice Some people find Google Docs to be a good solution, as it allows many people to collaborate on-line. Templates will allow you to quickly create the first edition of your newsletter.  A good template will also help you create new editions and give your newsletter a sense of cohesiveness.  You can either start with a pre-made template or create one of your own.  Most publishing software will include a number of templates for you to choose from. You can try searching on-line for free school newsletter templates. Templates allow you to easily add your own information or update old information. A good template will have spaces for both your articles and photos to go with them. You might want to make templates for specific months.  For example, you might have a template for February that has a heart theme because of Valentine's day. For text areas, it's a good idea to have predefined spaces for your title, headings, and the main body of text. Once you've built or found a template, you will want to customize it.  Customizing a template will let you add elements that you want to continue across all editions of your school newsletter.  Take a look at this list to discover some of the things you might want to add to your template:  Place the school name at the top of the front page. Add in a footer with page number, date, edition, or other information you might want to include. Putting your school logo somewhere on the front page can be a good idea. Include clip-art to give your newsletter an appealing and...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Get some publishing software. Create or find a template. Customize your newsletter. Create content. Keep content informative. Involve others.


Today, the easiest way to figure out how many words you can type per minute is usually to use a program online specifically made to test this. It's easy to find dozens of these programs with a search engine term like "words per minute typing test." Though there are many of these types of programs available, most work the same way: you type a list of words within a certain time limit and the program uses your performance to calculate your WPM.  One great program for this is available at 10fastfingers.com. The test on this page is simple: just type each word on the screen, putting a space between each, until the minute timer counts down. In addition to learning your WPM, this typing test will also tell you the number of mistakes you made and tell you which percentage of test-takers you scored in. You can also determine your typed WPM manually — for this, you'll need a computer program you can type in (like a word processor or notepad program), a timer or stopwatch, and a source of text you can copy.  Set the timer for any length of time (in general, the longer you test yourself for, the less vulnerable you'll be to fluke performances.) Your text should be long enough that you won't reach the end before your timer finishes. If you don't have a word processor installed on your device, you can access one for free with a Google account at drive.google.com. When you're all ready to go, start the timer, then begin copying the text. Try to be as accurate as you can — if you notice a mistake while you're typing a word, fix it, but you don't need to fix mistakes in words that you've already finished. Keep copying the text until the timer goes off, then stop immediately. Now, finding your WPM is easy. Divide the number of words you typed by the number of minutes that you originally set your timer for. The final answer you get is your WPM.  Note that nearly all modern word processors have a "word count" feature, so you don't need to count your words manually. For example, let's say that we type 102 words in 1 minute and...

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For the quickest results, use an online typing tester. Alternatively, open a word processor and set a timer. Start the timer and start typing. Divide the number of words by the number of minutes.


Today, there are a wide variety of materials that arrow shafts are constructed from. Some hunters use wooden arrows that aren't functionally very different from old-fashioned arrows, while others prefer high-tech carbon fiber constructions. Shop around for available shaft materials or consider making your own - some sporting good and hunting supply stores even sell special arrow saws that can help you professionally fashion an arrow shaft from a wide variety of materials. If you want to make your own shafts, be sure your shafts are the correct length for your bow setup. If you plan on making your shafts from wood, you may want to have access to a lathe to help round square shafts to a perfect roundness. The end of your shaft should be perfectly flat to ensure a good fit when you attach the arrow's point. If you bought a prefabricated arrow shaft, you may not need to do any extra work, but if you're fashioning your arrows from wood, you'll definitely need ensure that the end of the shaft is perfectly square. Press the end of the shaft into an abrasive surface (sandpaper, etc.) and rotate the shaft to square the end. A arrow-squaring device can be a tremendous help - these ensure that the shaft is held perfectly straight as it is abraded. Arrow-squaring devices are fairly cheap - often retailing for less than $50. Ensure the end of the shaft is perfectly square and free of any wood shavings, dirt, etc. Then, affix the arrow's point. This process will vary based on the type of shaft your arrow uses.  For metal or carbon shafts, you may need to first glue or screw in a special metal insert before affixing the point. Consult the vendor or manufacturer if instructions aren't included with the point or insert. For wooden shafts, you may need to taper the shaft so that the point can be mounted securely. Glue the point over the shaft with archery glue, wiping away any excess. The "nock" is the small notch at the back of the arrow where the bowstring fits. If you're making an arrow from a wooden shaft, you can carve a...

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Buy or fashion your shaft(s). Square the end of your shaft. Attach a point and/or insert to the end of the shaft. Add a nock. Fletch your arrow. Make your finishing touches.


Today, you will usually be given a disc with your images on it after your MRI. The main purpose of this is so that you can give the disc to your doctor, but there's nothing wrong with reading your MRI at home. Start by putting the disc into your computer's DVD drive.  Note: Some MRI centers may have different policies for giving patients copies of their MRI. For instance, instead of a disc, you may be given a USB drive. It's even possible to host and send MRI files online. The important thing in any case is to get the MRI files onto your computer. If you're lucky, the program will automatically load when you put the disc into your computer. In this case, simply follow the instructions on screen to install and access the program. Usually, you'll want to use the default option (or "Yes," "OK," etc.) or every prompt you are given. However, MRI viewing software is notoriously unreliable — it's something that even doctors have a hard time with. You may need to take extra action (see below). If the software doesn't load automatically, most MRI discs will come with some way to install it on the disc. In general, you'll need to open the disc to explore the files, find this installation program, and run it. The exact steps you need to take will vary depending on how your MRI center has packaged your images on the disc. If you're not having any luck or you can't find an included installer program, try downloading a free MRI viewer from the internet. This site has many links to programs that can view medical images in the standard DICOM format. Again, the exact steps you'll need to take here can vary slightly depending on the exact program you have packaged with your images. Generally, most MRI viewers will have some sort of option to load or import images that you can select from the menu bar at the top of the screen. In this case, select this option, then pick the image file on your disc that you'd like to look at.  Note that most medical imaging software refers to collections of images as "studies". You may not see...

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Insert your MRI disc into your computer. If the program loads automatically, follow the on-screen prompts. If necessary, install the viewing software. Load the study. View the images.


Toddlers are not good at keeping track of their things. Labeling the inside with your child’s name and classroom number will help you keep the backpack longer. Include your contact details in case of emergency. Make sure your toddler knows how to carry their backpack over both shoulders and with the waist strap on. Your backpack will last longer if it’s used correctly. Help your toddler practice using the straps a few times before school starts. This will help them learn how to put it on themselves and will get them excited for school! Check the backpack for dirt, stains, and spills every time your toddler uses it. Clean it every time it’s dirty. You don’t want to have to throw the whole backpack away because you didn’t know your child had spilled milk in it last week! Wearing a poorly-fitted backpack can speed up wear and tear and be uncomfortable for your toddler. Regularly check the bag to be sure it still fits your child properly, and adjust the straps if necessary.

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Label your child’s backpack. Use all straps and ties. Clean the backpack regularly. Check to make sure it still fits.


Toe is the amount by which the wheels are closer (toe-in) or further apart (toe-out) at their front edges than at their rear edges, as viewed from above.Depending on your car, your manual will probably recommend either zero toe (equal distance between the front and back) or slight toe-in, which increases stability. Toe is the source of most alignment problems, and the easiest to correct yourself. With the car still up on the jack, hold a pocketknife, thin piece of chalk, or white pencil against the center of tire tread. Hold your hand very still and have an assistant turn the tire one full turn, creating a line around the circumference. Do the same on the other side. If there is no area on the tire where the tread is flat, you may need to suspend your marking tool with a clamp or similar stabilizer. After you lower the car to the ground, push down on the car above each wheel a few times to allow the car to settle. Push the car forward at least 10 feet with the steering wheel unlocked to make sure the wheels are straight. With an assistant, take a piece of string or wire and stretch it between the lines on the front of the tires, even with the spindle, and measure the distance on the string. Repeat at the process at the back of each tire. As long as you use string or wire that does not stretch, you can get a very accurate measurement this way. If the distance in the front is smaller than in the back, your wheels toe-in. If the measurement in the back is smaller, they toe-out. If they are identical, you have zero toe. Rear toe is also important for control and tire life. It is also important to have your front and rear wheels aligned with one another (e.g. parallel). You can measure your rear toe similarly to the front. If your rear toe is out of alignment, you may need to see a professional mechanic. Rear toe should be adjusted before front toe, so if you find a problem with the rear, don't waste time adjusting the front yourself.

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Determine the proper toe. Draw a line. Lower the car. Roll the car. Stretch a string. Subtract the differences.


Toe separators are pieces of plastic or foam that fit in between each of your toes. They space out your toes, so your polish will not spread as you paint them. Since you can see all of your toenail, it is easier to apply nail polish. If you take off the separators before your nails dry, your polish may get smeared or wind up on your other toes. To prevent this, wait 1-3 minutes for your polish to dry. To check if your polish is dry, gently touch the corner of 1 nail with the tip of your finger.

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Place your toes inside of toe separators so it’s easy to paint them. Let your nails dry completely before removing the toe separators.


Toilet training is not for everyone. If you and your cat do not have the right mentality, you might be better off sticking to the litter box.  If your cat is very young, less than six months old, or already has issues using a litter box, toilet training might not be the best option. Cats who are older and are already comfortable with their litter box are easiest to toilet train.  If your cat is skittish, he might struggle with litter box training. Shyer cats generally prefer to cover their feces and urine to protect themselves from potential predators.  Toilet training takes time, organization, and dedication. If you're not generally a well organized person or if you're very busy, you might be better off sticking with litter. Many vets advise against toilet training cats. Familiarize yourself with the criticisms of toilet training so you can make a well informed decision about whether it's right for you and your pet.  First off, toilet training goes against a cat's natural instincts. Cats have a natural tendency to dig and bury when eliminating. Using the toilet, even after proper training, can cause stress for a cat. You do not want using the bathroom to be a stressful event as it can lead to behavioral and health issues for your cat.  The toilet lid must always be left open. If you or a house guest accidentally closes the toilet lid, your cat will eliminate elsewhere.  Older cats or cats with joint problems will have trouble reaching the toilet and maintaining balance on the rim. There is a risk for injury with toilet training, especially for senior cats. Toilet training, even when done properly, frequently causes setbacks. If your cat is resistant to a step in the process, he might begin eliminating elsewhere. If this occurs, take a step back in toilet training and see if this helps. It's a good idea to have a lot of cleaning supplies on hand when toilet training. In all likelihood, there will be at least one accident along the way.

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Consider if toilet training is right for you and your cat. Familiarize yourself with the downsides to toilet training. Prepare for setbacks.


Tomatoes stop ripening when the temperature gets cold. If the weather is getting cold and your tomato plants are potted, then finishing off the ripening process is easy. Just pick up your plants and move them inside where it’s warmer. Leave them near a window in direct sunlight. The warmer temperature and sunlight help the tomatoes continue ripening. Then pick tomatoes as they ripen and turn red. Tomato plants grow best when the temperature is around 70 °F (21 °C), so make sure your home temperature is near that. If your tomato plants aren’t potted and the season is ending, then you have to pick them or cover them until they ripen. Using a blanket or row cover helps ripen your plants in the last few days before the weather gets cold. Cover the entire tomato plant and make sure no parts are sticking out. Then check them every day and pick the ripe ones.  Row covers are a better choice for this method because they’re designed to keep plants warm. Buy them at garden stores or online. Take the covering off during the day so the plants get sunlight. This method also works if there is an unexpected early frost, but the weather is supposed to warm up afterward. If the weather has turned and your tomatoes still aren't ripe, dig up the entire plant and let it continue ripening inside. Start by digging around the plant roots with a gardening shovel. Then work the plant out of the ground, roots and all.  Shake off all the dirt and debris from the plant so it doesn’t make a mess in your home. If any tomatoes fall off while you’re pulling the plant up, ripen them in a bag or box. These locations have a better environment for ripening tomatoes when they’re still on the vine. There are several ways to hang the plants upside down. Use one that works best for you. Continue monitoring the tomatoes and pick them as they ripen.  For the simplest solution, tie a string to a nail in your ceiling rafter. Then tie the string around the base of the plant and leave it hanging upside down. You can also punch a hole in the bottom of a...

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Move potted plants inside and leave them in direct sunlight. Cover outdoor plants at night with blankets or row covers. Pull up the entire tomato plant, including its roots, and move it inside. Hang the tomato plant in a cool basement or cellar.


Tomatoes, which contain lycopene, may help improve sperm count and mobility. Fresh tomatoes are fine, but eat cooked or processed tomatoes – like tomato sauce and tomato puree – to get more lycopene. Zinc deficiency may contribute to low testosterone and thus low fertility in men. Have oysters once a week – raw oysters are high in zinc and are known to increase testosterone and sperm count. Regularly eat zinc-rich foods such as meat (especially lamb and venison), fish, shrimp, poultry, whole grains, pumpkin and sesame seeds, dairy, and raw vegetables. A handful of walnuts or pumpkin seeds make a healthy and zinc-boosting snack. Add these to a salad for a tasty way to incorporate them into your diet. Eat pomegranate or drink pure pomegranate juice daily. Pomegranate is a powerful antioxidant that may increase your testosterone level and improve your fertility. Add blueberries to smoothies, salads, or desserts – blueberries are also great antioxidant fruits. Blackberries and strawberries are other good options. Increase your folic acid consumption to potentially boost your sperm count. Since pregnant women (and women trying to get pregnant) should also get plenty of folic acid to help prevent birth defects, these are foods you and your partner can eat together:  Green leafy vegetables, like spinach and greens Citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruit, lemons) Beans Bread, cereal, rice, and pasta Animal products like meat, poultry, and dairy contain amino acids called carnitine and l-carnitine. These chemicals might improve sperm count and fertility. The redder the meat, the more carnitine it has. Remember that meat and whole dairy is high in fat. Consider your other health needs when altering your diet. Choose lean cuts of meat and low-fat dairy products. If you’re not sure if eating meat is good for you, consult your doctor. Healthy fats are nutritious, and eating a nutritious diet optimizes fertility for men because it enhances the quality of sperm. Increase the amount of coconut oil, olives, olive oil, butter,...

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Eat tomatoes to boost your lycopene. Amp up your zinc intake. Enjoy antioxidant-rich fruits. Add more folic acid to your diet. Eat meats high in carnitine. Consume more healthy fats.


Tongue twisters are a great way to improve your speech clarity as mastering them will allow you learn how to keep your voice clear and speak with confidence. Many actors and public speakers will practice tongue twisters before going on stage to warm their voices up.  Start off slowly and gradually build up until you can say them at a normal conversational speed. When speaking them, exaggerate the words, making your tongue, jaw, and lips work hard. As you become surer of them, begin to project your voice and exaggerate the words more. This helps you gain skill and strengthens the muscles in your mouth for speech.  Try some of these tongue twisters to improve your speech clarity:  You know New York, you need New York, you know you need unique New York. (Repeat). Red leather, yellow leather. (Repeat). While we were walking, we were watching window washers wash Washington's windows with warm washing water. If you're reading a book or even just the news in the morning, practice reading it out loud. Doing this will help you become more familiar with how you sound when you speak. Oftentimes when we are talking to people we aren't really listening to ourselves and how we sound. By reading something out loud in the comfort of your own home you can begin to listen to yourself and pay attention to areas where you may not speak clearly. You can also record yourself talking and then play it back while taking note of where you may mumble or not speak clearly. Many actors and voice actors do this exercise to increase clarity and diction, especially when it comes to something like Shakespeare.By putting a cork between your teeth and speaking aloud you train your mouth to work extra hard to really pronounce every syllable, and the cork will also prevent your tongue from tripping you up on certain words.  This exercise can tire your jaw, which will help you learn to relax it, but you shouldn't do this for too long so you don't get sore. You may also want to have a napkin with you as you produce a lot of saliva with this...

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Try tongue twisters. Read aloud. Practice speaking with a cork in your mouth. Pay attention to tone. Avoid uptalk.


Too many details could be overwhelming to your reader and they could cause your story to slow down. Choose a few major details of the location that your character might interact with and incorporate them in your writing. For example, if you’re describing an abandoned house, you might focus on the wallpaper peeling off of the walls, broken stairs leading to the second floor, and how the windows are covered with rotting boards. Avoid writing 1 paragraph that explains the setting since readers may skip it if there isn’t any action happening. Instead, mention a few details at the beginning of the paragraph followed by your character’s actions. If you need more detail in the paragraph, include more near the end of the paragraph. For example, if you’re writing about an abandoned house like before, you may write, “I tried to peek through the windows, but the rotting boards blocked my view. I pushed open the door, and it swung open with the loud creak of rusty hinges. As I walked inside, my fingers ran over wallpaper peeling away from the drywall.” This way, details are conveyed throughout the paragraph without being overwhelming. Many setting descriptions of setting talk about what the character is literally experiencing, but using figurative language can help readers make connections easier. Compare something in your setting to something else to help convey a mood for your setting. For example, you may write something like, “The wires covered the basement floor, like vines waiting to ensnare me in their trap,” to convey how dense the wires are in a basement.

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Choose 3-4 main details to focus on to create a feeling for the space. Spread the details throughout your writing to avoid long paragraphs. Use metaphors and similes to create figurative descriptions of your setting.


Too many toolbars can cause significant performance problems with Internet Explorer. Removing toolbars you no longer use can help speed up Internet Explorer and cause it to crash less. This method only works if Internet Explorer opens. If you can't get it to run, see the next section. It's in the upper-right corner of the Internet Explorer window. You'll see this near the middle of the drop-down menu. It's on the left side of the window. This tab is usually selected by default. Doing so will select it. This button is in the bottom-right corner of the window. Doing so will disable the selected toolbar. Especially if you have an older computer, you will need to remove most (if not all) of the toolbars. If you try to remove a toolbar but it keeps coming back, see the next section.

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Open Internet Explorer. Click ⚙. Click Manage add-ons. Click the Toolbars and Extensions tab. Click the toolbar you want to remove. Click Disable. Disable each of the toolbars you want to remove.


Too much moisture can damage your hyacinths. Be proactive about protecting your flowers by mulching your flower beds or applying a protective flower bed lining before planting. Even if your plants have started growing, you can still apply mulch.  Spreading mulch in the flower bed will help to hold some of the moisture in the soil. Fabric or plastic flower bed liner will protect the bulb and roots by absorbing or redirecting some water from the soil to other areas of the garden away from the bulb.

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Cover the flower bed with mulch or bed liner if you live in a rainy area.


Too much sugar in your diet can contribute to acne. For clearer skin, stop eating foods high in added sugars, such as candy, baked goods, and soda.  Other foods with a high glycemic index, like white bread and white rice, should also be avoided. Try sugar-free substitutes instead or eat naturally sweet foods, like fruit. Sleep deprivation and stress can cause hormonal changes, which in turn can make your face more susceptible to breakouts. Aim for roughly 7-9 hours of uninterrupted sleep every night. Set up a consistent sleep routine, create a sleep-friendly space, and consult your doctor if you have recurring sleep troubles. in your life. There is an unproven but strong anecdotal link between stress and skin disorders, specifically stress and acne. It’s possible that the cells that produce sebum, which is the stuff that ultimately causes acne, become unregulated when a person experiences a lot of stress.  Find creative outlets for your stress. Some people detach from stressful situations by taking a walk. Others pour their stress out onto a canvas by painting. Try meditation techniques. Get comfortable, close your eyes, focus in on your breathing, and slowly expand your awareness of your body. Shampoo your hair regularly, since oils from your hair may cause acne. Also, if you have longer hair, tie it back away from your face. In addition, change your pillowcase every week. Oils from your hair transfer to the pillowcase while you sleep. . Get into the habit of exfoliating with an acne scrub product every week. When you wash your face with a gentle exfoliant, take care not to rub too hard.  Follow the product instructions or your doctor’s advice for how and how often to use an acne scrub. Exfoliating involves gently wiping away the top layer of dead skin cells that accumulate on the epidermis, clearing the way for a nice new layer of vibrant, acne-free skin. Regular exercise is a great option for getting your circulation going, and promoting circulation also helps keep your skin healthy and vibrant-looking. ...

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Reduce sugar consumption. Get more high-quality sleep. Reduce excessive stress Keep oils from your hair off your face. Exfoliate your skin Exercise for skin and overall health. Protect your skin with sunscreen. Ask about being prescribed acne medications. Reduce or eliminate consumption of dairy products.


Toothpaste does contain ingredients that can help dry out spots, but you can buy products that are specifically designed to work on your spots without causing the kind of irritation that the other ingredients in toothpaste can cause. Rather than using toothpaste, try an over-the-counter acne cream or gel to tackle excess oil.  In particular, you should consider treatments that contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid as the active ingredient.  You can buy these products at your local pharmacy or drug store. Having a good skin care routine is a better way to help prevent spots and have clear skin, than experimenting with home remedies. If you are having consistent problems with your skin and have been unable to find an over-the-counter treatment that works for you, you can make an appointment to see your doctor or dermatologist. These experts will be able to closely asses your skin and give you advice about what treatments are most suited to your skin-type.  You may be given a prescription for a topical treatment and/or some medication to take orally. Commonly prescribed topical treatments include retinoids, antibiotics and dapsone. You may also be prescribed antibiotics to take orally. . If you are still keen to try a home remedy to help you get clear skin, tea tee oil is one of the best things to use. Tea tree oil is often used in skin care products, but can be bought individually from a drug store or pharmacy. There is research which suggests that tea tree oil can be as effective as benzoyl peroxide when used as a topical treatment for acne.  Gently dabbing tea tree oil with a q-tip onto a spot is likely to be more effective than toothpaste. There will also be less potential for negative side effects and skin irritation.

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Try an over-the-counter treatment. Speak to a doctor or dermatologist. Consider tea tree oil


Top-loading washers open upward, as opposed to front-loading washers with the door built into the side. Top-loading washers function using an agitator that sticks up into the basket, spinning and turning the clothes. This can be rough on fabric. The mesh bag helps to protect the delicate silk. Most washing machines have a "delicate" setting with a low temperature, which is ideal. Low heat can tighten the weave, causing it to shrink as the threads pull closer together.  Use a mild detergent. Avoid chlorine bleach at all costs as it will damage the silk. Check the silk periodically. You may choose to take the garment out after half a cycle. This will remove the excess moisture. Do not wring out the garment, as this could damage the fabric. Unlike many other fabrics, silk retains its shape well, and will not stretch. You may hang it up to dry without harming it. Do not place in direct sunlight as this can fade the color, and avoid a wood drying rack as the silk can leave stains on the wood.  Allow to dry nearly completely. At this point, you may choose to use a dryer to complete the drying process.  Put the garment in the dryer for five minutes at a time. Some tumble dryers have a silk setting. If yours does not, use a heatless air setting. Check it often to make sure the silk isn't being damaged. You may want to set a timer to make sure it doesn't stay in the dryer too long. Once the garment has shrunk to your taste, remove.

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Use a mesh bag to protect silk in a in top-loading washer. Wash the clothing on a delicate, short cycle. Wrap the clothing in a towel for a few minutes. Air dry the garment.


Topical corticosteroids are usually the first treatment recommended for psoriasis. If used correctly, they can be quite effective.  Corticosteroids come in a variety of types. There are sprays, creams, gels, ointments, solutions, and foams. The type you choose depends on personal preference, as well as location of the psoriasis (e.g., use a liquid for psoriasis on the scalp), but if you're concerned about choosing the right brand talk to your doctor.  Strengths vary. Ideally, you should use stronger types on tough areas like elbows and knees and use a lighter variety on your face and underarms.  Creams are usually applied once or twice a day, but you should limit your use of stronger steroids. Overuse can cause rashes and permanent skin thinning and other damages. Salicylic acid is a topical cream available at most drug stores and supermarkets. If corticosteroids are not improving symptoms to your liking you could try adding salicylic acid to your skin care regimen.  Salicylic acid prevents scaling and other rash-like symptoms. You do not need a prescription to buy salicylic acid but you should consult your doctor before adding any additional creams, especially if you are taking other medications.  Salicylic acid is often combined with corticosteroids and other treatment options. Coal tar is a black petroleum byproduct that is one of the oldest treatment options for psoriasis.  Coal tar comes in a variety of forms. You can get coal tar infused shampoo, bath wash, and creams.  Coal tar reduces skin flakiness and also reduces the appearance of psoriasis.  Coal tar's main drawback is that it is very messy. It can stain clothing, furniture, and carpeting and also has a strong, pungent odor. Vitamin D analogues are synthetic forms of vitamin D. You generally need a prescription for analogues, so you should talk to your doctor if it's something you're interested in trying.  Calcipotriene (Dovonex) is the most widely prescribed cream that contains vitamin D. It is used alone or in conjunction with other treatment...

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Try topical corticosteroids. Purchase salicylic acid at a drugstore. Use coal tar. Try Vitamin D analogues. Get a prescription for anthralin. Try topical retinoids.