The formula to find the number of diagonals of a polygon is n(n-3)/2 where “n” equals the number of sides of the polygon. Using the distributive property this can be rewritten as (n2 - 3n)/2. You may see it either way, both equations are identical.  This equation can be used to find the number of diagonals of any polygon. Note that the triangle is an exception to this rule. Due to the shape of the triangle, it does not have any diagonals. To use this formula, you must identify the number of sides that the polygon has. The number of sides is given in the name of the polygon, you just need to know what each name means. Here are some of common prefixes you will see in polygons:  Tetra (4), penta (5), hexa (6), hepta (7), octa (8), ennea (9), deca (10), hendeca (11), dodeca (12), trideca (13), tetradeca (14), pentadeca (15), etc. For very large sided polygons you may simply see it written “n-gon”, where “n” is the number of sides. For example, a 44-sided polygon would be written as 44-gon. If you are given a picture of the polygon, you can simply count the number of sides. Once you know how many sides the polygon has, you just need to plug that number into the equation and solve. Everywhere you see “n” in the equation will be replaced with the number of sides of the polygon.  For example: A dodecagon has 12 sides. Write the equation: n(n-3)/2 Plug in the variable: (12(12 - 3))/2 Finish by solving the equation using the proper order of operations. Start by solving the subtraction, then multiply, then divide. The final answer is the number of diagonals the polygon has.  For example: (12(12 – 3))/2 Subtract: (12*9)/2 Multiply: (108)/2 Divide: 54 A dodecagon has 54 diagonals. The more practice you have with a math concept, the better you will be at using it. Doing lots of examples will also help you memorize the formula in case you need it for a quiz, test, or exam. Remember, this formula works for a polygon of any number of sides greater than 3.  Hexagon (6 sides): n(n-3)/2 = 6(6-3)/2 = 6*3/2 = 18/2 = 9 diagonals....

TL;DR in Russian:

Запишите формулу. Определите число сторон многоугольника. Подставьте число сторон в формулу. Решите уравнение. Попрактикуйтесь на других примерах.


The formula used for calculating vapor pressure given a change in the vapor pressure over time is known as the Clausius-Clapeyron equation (named for physicists Rudolf Clausius and Benoît Paul Émile Clapeyron). This is the formula you'll use to solve the most common sorts of vapor pressure problems you'll find in physics and chemistry classes. The formula looks like this: ln(P1/P2) = (ΔHvap/R)((1/T2) - (1/T1)). In this formula, the variables refer to:   ΔHvap: The enthalpy of vaporization of the liquid. This can usually be found in a table at the back of chemistry textbooks.  R: The real gas constant, or 8.314 J/(K × Mol).  T1: The temperature at which the vapor pressure is known (or the starting temperature.)  T2: The temperature at which the vapor pressure is to be found (or the final temperature.)  P1 and P2: The vapor pressures at the temperatures T1 and T2, respectively. The Clausius-Clapeyron equation looks tricky because it has so many different variables, but it's actually not very difficult when you have the right information. The most basic vapor pressure problems will give you two temperature values and a pressure value or two pressure values and a temperature value — once you have these, solving is a piece of cake.  For example, let's say that we're told that we have a container full of liquid at 295 K whose vapor pressure is 1 atmosphere (atm). Our question is: What is the vapor pressure at 393 K? We have two temperature values and a pressure, so we can solve for the other pressure value with the Clausius-Clapeyron equation. Plugging in our variables, we get ln(1/P2) = (ΔHvap/R)((1/393) - (1/295)). Note that, for Clausius-Clapeyron equations, you must always use Kelvin temperature values. You can use any pressure values as long as they are the same for both P1 and P2. The Clausius-Clapeyron equation contains two constants: R and ΔHvap. R is always equal to 8.314 J/(K × Mol). ΔHvap (the enthalpy of vaporization), however, depends on the substance whose vapor pressure you are examining. As noted...

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Запишите уравнение Клапейрона-Клаузиуса, которое используется для расчета давления пара при его изменении с течением времени. Подставьте в уравнение Клапейрона-Клаузиуса данные вам значения величин. Подставьте константы. Решите уравнение при помощи алгебраических операций.


The foundation of any good doctor-patient relationship is effective communication. Talking to your dentist before, during, and after procedures can help minimize your fears.  Speak with your dentist before the procedure about any fears or concerns you have. You may also want her to explain the procedure to you before it begins.  Ask your dentist to keep you informed as she is doing the procedure. Remember that you have the right to know what is happening. Tackling a fear can cause any person to lose confidence and avoid a situation. Employing the behavioral tactic of scripting before your appointment can help you engage with otherwise scary situations and minimize your fear of the dentist. Scripting is a technique where you conceptualize a game plan or “script” for a specific situation and follow through with it. For example, if you are scared of an upcoming teeth cleaning, write notes and develop a plan that will allow you to have equal command of the appointment. Think about what you could say in response to any questions or contingencies that may arise in your interaction. If you fear a dentist’s visit or a specific procedure, frame it in simple terms. Framing is a behavioral technique that can help you shape how you think and feel about specific situations by making them seem commonplace or banal.  If you are afraid about having your teeth cleaned, you can reframe it as, “This is a quick procedure that’s just like brushing my teeth.”  Working with smaller and more manageable units can help you overcome any fears. Relaxing can help you have a more pleasant experience at the dentist and may minimize your fears. From breathing exercises to medication, there are different relaxation techniques you can employ to manage your dental phobia.  Many dentists will suggest using nitrous oxide, sedation, or anti-anxiety medications such as alprazolam to help you relax during your visit.  Some dentists will give anti-anxiety medication before appointments if you suffer from severe nerves.  If you take any anti-anxiety...

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Общайтесь со стоматологом. Продумайте для себя сценарий прохождения пугающей вас процедуры. Обрамите названия стоматологических процедур простыми понятными описаниями. Воспользуйтесь методами релаксации. Отвлеките себя различными средствами массовой информации. Возьмите с собой к стоматологу друга или родственника. Предотвратите возникновение серьезных проблем с зубами регулярными визитами к стоматологу. Поощряйте себя за хорошо прошедшие визиты к стоматологу.


The foundation of any style is versatile basics, and though the kinds of basics suited to your style will vary depending on the look you’re aiming for, commonly needed basics include:  Shirts in solid colors. Depending on your style, your basic shirts might be t-shirts, button-ups, polos, or camisoles, etc., but whatever they may be, your basic shirts will be the essential layering staples of your style. Black pants. These are essential to most any wardrobe and are versatile enough that you can dress them up for formal occasions or down for more casual situations. Look for a cut of pant that is both modern and flattering to your specific shape. Flattering jeans. Darker wash jeans are often most flattering and versatile, but it will again depend on your particular style. Whatever jeans you choose, though, be sure they fit and flatter you. Don’t be afraid to spend some time searching out the perfect pair. Sweaters or cardigans in solid colors. Like shirts, sweaters are an important layering component. Whether you prefer luxury sweaters or retro cardigans, you should have at least a few different ones on hand to build outfits with. A versatile skirt and dress. If skirts and dresses are part of your style, you want to be sure you have at least one of each in a versatile color and shape, like a black pencil skirt or a neutral wrap dress. Clothes that fit well and flatter your body are essential to successful style.  For women’s clothing, make sure that pants aren’t too small for your waist or too short for your height and that they don’t bunch or bulge anywhere. Be sure that tops fit so that the shoulder seams sit squarely on your shoulders, there isn’t any gapping between buttons, sleeves come down just below your wrist, and the fabric doesn’t bunch or bulge around your hips.  For men’s clothing, be sure that shirts fit squarely on your shoulders, the sleeve hits just below your wrist without bunching, and that the shirt torso (particularly if it’s a button-up shirt) lies flush with your waist and doesn’t bunch...

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Начните построение нового гардероба с базовых вещей. Приобретите одновременно стильные и идущие вам вещи. Сконцентрируйтесь на выборе наиболее подходящих вам цветов. Подберите аксессуары. Внесите разнообразие.


The foyer conveys the first impression of a home's interior. Center a traditional chandelier, contemporary pendant, or transitional close-to-ceiling fixture in your hallway to provide basic illumination and create a welcoming atmosphere. Make your artwork come to life and illuminate it with halogen light from track or adjustable recessed down-lighting. Mirrors also add a special decorative touch to a foyer. Not all foyers can accommodate a large chandelier, so make sure the size proportions are correct. Likewise, if you have a larger space, you'll need a larger fixture. If you'll be able to view the fixture from above, make sure to select a foyer chandelier or pendant that looks attractive from second story viewing. To prevent accidents, stairs should be lit from top to bottom with switches in both places. For safety in hallways, place lighting fixtures every 8 to 10 feet (2.4 to 3.0 m). Tie in the fixtures you choose by matching your foyer chandelier or pendant with close-to-ceiling fixtures for hallways and smaller chain hung fixtures for stairways. Always mount a sconce above eye level (approximately 66" from the center of the fixture to the floor) so that the lamp source is not visible.

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Сочетайте освещение и декоративные элементы. Убедитесь, что размер светильников соответствует размеру помещения. Помните, что лестница и прихожая должны быть освещены хорошо в целях безопасности. Если лампа свисает с полотка, бра должны быть выполнены в таком же стиле.


The freesia plant has three stages to its life:  The first is the blooming phase where it produces dark green foliage and beautiful blooms. The second is a rest phase, where the plant stops producing flowers and begins to use its leaves to store energy in the form of corms. The third phase is a dormant phase necessary to rest the plant so it can bloom again the next year. Continue reading to learn how to care for freesias in their rest phase. The rest phase begins when the last blooms have died back from the plant. If you prefer, you can remove the flowers from the stems, but you should leave any part of the plant that is green and not yellow or dying.  By far, sunlight is the most important factor during this time. The green leaves must use sunlight to photosynthesize and store energy for the next year; quite a bit like hibernation. If too little nutrition is stored, the plant could refuse to bloom or have greatly reduced foliage the next year. Once the plant has it's flowers removed, place the container in full sun and fertilize according to package directions.  Leave the Freesia's in full sun for the next two to three months or until the leaves turn yellow. During this time, you should frequently water and refrain from disturbing the plant too much. This phase is critical for producing healthy corms for next year.

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Уясните жизненный цикл растущей в горшке комнатной фрезии. Удалите цветы со стеблей. Поместите растение на солнце.


The frequency table that you began above can be used to present the results in a format that is easy to review. As you perform each of the calculations, fill in the results in the corresponding places in the table. It is common to round your answers to two decimal places, although you will need to decide this for yourself based on the needs of your study. Because of rounding the end result may total something close to , but not exactly 1.0.  For example, using the data set above, the relative frequency table would appear as follows: x  :  n(x)  :  P(x) 1  :   3   :   0.19 2  :   1   :   0.06 3  :   2   :   0.13 4  :   3   :   0.19 5  :   4   :   0.25 6  :   2   :   0.13 7  :   1   :   0.06 total  :  16   :   1.01 It may be just as meaningful to report items whose frequency is 0 as to report those items that do appear in your data set. Look at the kind of data you are collecting, and if you notice any gaps in your sorted data, you may need to report them as 0s. For example, the sample data set you have been working with includes all values from 1 to 7. But suppose that the number 3 never appeared. That could be important, and you would report the relative frequency of the value 3 as 0. You may wish to turn your decimal results into percentages. This is a common practice, as relative frequency is often used as a predictor of the percentage of times that some value will occur. To convert a decimal number to a percentage, simply shift the decimal point two spaces to the right, and add a percent symbol.  For example, the decimal result of 0.13 is equal to 13%. The decimal result of 0.06 is equal to 6%. (Don’t just skip over the 0.)

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Результаты вычислений запишите в созданную ранее таблицу. Представьте числа (элементы), которых нет в наборе данных. Выразите результаты в процентах.


The frequency with which you'll need to replace your contact lenses will depend entirely upon the type of contact lenses you wear. You may be able to find this information on the packaging of your contact lenses; if you cannot find this information on your contact lens packaging, call your eye doctor to find out how frequently you should be replacing your lenses.  Daily disposable lenses typically need to be replaced every day. Two week disposable lenses should be replaced once every two weeks. Monthly disposable lenses should be replaced once every month. Once you know how often you should be replacing your lenses, you'll need to determine how long you've actually been using them. It's okay if you don't remember the exact date, but you should be able to identify approximately how long you've been using that pair of lenses. Going forward, you should take measures to keep track of the date you started using the lenses and how long they're meant to be worn.  It may be helpful to mark the start date on a calendar or on the contact lens packaging. Try setting a daily, weekly, or monthly alert for yourself on your cellphone so that you remember to replace your lenses. You can set this alert to repeat on a regular basis so that you never forget to replace your contact lenses when you're supposed to. If you're unsure about how long you've had your current contact lenses, it may be best to be proactive and cautious. Discard any lens that you think is overused, especially if you've experienced any pain or discomfort. Immediately discard any lens that has become ripped or torn, as this can scratch your cornea or cause other types of damage to your eye.  It's better to have to pay for an extra pair of contact lenses than to risk damaging your eyes and altering your vision. Once you replace your lenses, begin keeping track of the date you open a new pair. Be aware of how long your type of contact lenses are meant to be worn, and don't overwear them going forward.

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Узнайте, как часто нужно заменять линзы. Подумайте, как долго вы уже носите свои линзы. Перестрахуйтесь.


The friend group is a strong barometer.  They will often have a quick and strong reaction as to whether they are supporting this match or dismissing it. Be friendly with his friends.  Find genuine interest in who they are and they will likely return that interest in you.  Spend some time just chatting with his friends without him around. Ask them specific questions about their lives.  Talk more about them than about yourself. If they invite you to do something, give it a shot, even if it’s new to you.  Accept an invitation into the fold. Allow him to see your best talents in action.  Impress him by inviting him to see what you are really good at.  If you have an artistic talent, invite him to see you play music or see your art in a gallery.  He will see how others are impressed with you and feel like being with you makes him special. If you have a great sense of fashion, make plans to attend an event where you can dress up.  He will see how you stand out ahead of the rest, and feel proud to be arm-in-arm. This is different than "playing hard to get."  Let him know that you have very discerning taste.  You have a lot of interest from others and people available to you, but you don't like just anyone.  You have chosen him.

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Завоюйте расположение друзей парня. Подчеркните свои лучшие качества. Убедите его в том, что вас трудно завоевать.


The front desk of a hotel is called Reception, and this is where you will officially check-in. This can include your Driver License, Passport, and one or more credit cards.  If you are staying abroad, the concierge will usually either copy the front page of your passport, or keep your passport for the duration of your stay. A print out of your reservation confirmation can be useful, particularly if you secured a special rate or promotion. If you do not have a reservation, be prepared to be turned away if the hotel has no vacancies. Ask the concierge for suggestions for alternate hotels. Most hotels will place a hold of the full amount of your stay plus a percentage as incidentals per day, so it's best to not give them your debit card. Make sure to note the location and time of breakfast, internet access and passwords, office work areas, lounges, bars, restaurants, gym and spa facilities and the like, to make your stay more comfortable. Reception and/or the concierge can provide you with a map and with recommendations about where to go and what to do nearby. Many keys are electronic today, but some hotels still have old-school metal keys, sometimes necessary to run the electricity of your room. Take note if you are expected to leave the key at the front desk, which can be standard procedure if there is only one. If the bellboy brings up your luggage, be sure to tip them for their trouble. Sometimes the journey involves a nice trolley and elevator; at others, the bellboy literally has to haul your luggage up numerous flights of stairs. Tip accordingly! Before you unpack and get comfortable, check and make sure that everything in your room is as promised, that it's stocked and that there are no foul odors or stains on the bed (bedbugs), etc.  Check for cleanliness, sufficient bathroom linens and supplies. Check the closet for extra blankets and pillows. If you are displeased with your room's location, scent, or noise-level, politely request to be relocated. Hotels will often comply if possible. If they cannot...

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Пройдите к ресепшну. Вам нужно взять с собой идентификационные документы, документ, подтверждающий бронь, а также платежные средства (предпочтительно кредитную карту с достаточным количеством средств). Обратите внимание на удобства, предоставляемые отелем. Задайте вопросы. Заберите ключ(и). Оставьте чаевые обслуживающему персоналу. Осмотрите свой номер. Распакуйте вещи и чувствуйте себя как дома!


The front door gives a vital first impression while the buyer waits for you to answer the bell. Make sure it is scrubbed clean. If necessary, paint it. Sweep away leaves, dust piles and anything else that suggests uncleanliness. from the hall entry. It should be easy to enter the house. Do not have anything that makes the entry area seem dark. Have a bright, shining new one. Also, any mats or carpet around the hall entry should be new and clean. It should not glare but it should be bright.

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Почистите входную дверь. Очистите вход от паутины. Уберите груды одежды, книг, обуви, игрушек и прочего с коридора. Замените входной коврик. У вас должно быть достаточно светло.


The funnier the things are that you surround yourself with, the funnier you'll be in real life.  When you get home from work or school each day, watch a few episodes of a funny movie or TV show. Pick something that’s sure to get you laughing. For instance, you might watch reruns of The Office or the movie Bridesmaids. Watch other comedians on YouTube to learn new ways to be funny and enjoy humor. It's also a good idea to start your own YouTube channel to get feedback on your own funny stories and jokes. Focus in on the positive aspects in your life and more on the negative.  This will help improve your overall mood and make it easier for you to laugh throughout your day.  Each day, think about one thing that you are grateful for and meditate on that. You can also keep in list in your phone, as well. Do you have a coworker who you think is hilarious?  Or maybe an aunt who keeps everyone laughing?  Hang out with them sometimes!  Ask your coworker out for a drink or go over to you aunt’s house to chat. You don’t need to skydive to have more fun, though you can if you want, but do plan at least one fun thing per day.  You might choose to go see a new movie that’s just come out or play with your kids for an hour.  Whatever you choose, sit back, relax and enjoy it. Lots of experiences and interactions with other people will give you extra material for your own comedy. Not only will this help you remember funny stories to tell later, it will also train you to look for comedic moments in your own life. Over time, this will help you have a better sense of humor. Every time you notice and write down something humorous, you'll be getting more practice!  Collect funny stories about your own life or moments from others' lives that you find amusing. Write down funny things you find, such as quotes, messages on signs, or silly coincidences. You can’t really enjoy life if your stress levels are high so cut some of that out!  Maybe you’ve taken a second job to pay for the boat you just bought and you don’t have any time for...

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Смотрите комедии. Смотрите ролики на YouTube, чтобы учиться у других и читать отзывы. Подумайте о том, за что вы благодарны. Проводите больше времени с веселыми людьми. Ежедневно делайте что-нибудь веселое. Записывайте забавные ситуации и моменты в специальный дневник. Снижайте уровень стресса.


The game is played with 2 players. There are 2 pockets on opposing sides of the bumper pool table. Each player shoots at the pocket opposite his staring position on the table. Each player gets 5 balls. One set of balls is white and the other set of balls is red. There are rows of 5 starting spots on the table. Each player places her balls on the spots on her own side of the table. Note that 1 red ball has a white dot on it and 1 white ball has a red dot on it. These spotted balls are to be placed on the middle starting spot of each player's respective starting rows.    At an agreed upon count, the players simultaneously strike their spotted balls and attempt to get them into the object pocket on the other side of the table. The presence of bumpers in a cluster in the middle of the table makes a straight shot impossible, so the players must bank their balls off of the side rails of the table. To avoid having the first shots interfere with each other, both players must make their opening shots towards the table rail to the players' right. The player that placed his ball closer to the object pocket will shoot first. If both players pocketed the opening shot, they must perform another opening shot using the leftmost ball in the starting line up of balls. Each player continues to shoot for as long as he can continue to pocket balls. Failure to pocket a ball on a shot passes play over to the other player.  Pocket balls in the proper order. The spotted ball must be pocketed first. After pocketing the spotted ball, the other 4 balls may be pocketed in any order.     Determine a winner. When a player has pocketed her last ball, that player wins the game.

TL;DR in Russian:

Подготовьтесь к игре. Подготовьте стол к игре. Начните играть. Определите порядок игры. Ведите игру.


The game is played with teams of two and two pong balls. You will need 14 cups per team. Then, stack 3 more cups on top of the middle cups. They should also form a triangle. Finally, add one cup on top of the three cups. Fill with your beverage of choice. Winners are the first team to remove all of the cups of the opposing team. Losers must finish all remaining drinks.

TL;DR in Russian:

Подготовьте игроков и материалы. Поставьте 10 стаканов в треугольник. Играйте, пока кто-нибудь не выиграет.


The game requires at least three players, and more than seven or eight makes it take too long. Ask people to play that you know will get into the spirit of a game that can get embarrassing and weird! Now you can even play with your friends through apps - but it might not be as fun if you’re not face to face. Explain the game and the kinds of things you do. Let people know it’s ok to decline to play. For those who are ok with it, gather the players into a circle. Sitting on the floor or at a table is a good way to get organized. Make sure you get comfortable. Write them down so that you can refer back to them if there are questions. One popular rule lets players choose the same thing only twice in a row. For example, if they choose truth two times in a row, their next turn has to be dare. It’s important to have ground rules beforehand -- both what you should and shouldn’t do -- so that you don’t get held up discussing it once the game begins.  What kinds of questions will be off-limits (if any)? Where can dares occur? Do people have to watch the person perform the dare? Can dares involve people not in the game? Can dares be done in the presence of adults? What kinds of limits will you place on the dares? Are we going to go around in a circle or spin the bottle so the player who is answering or doing the dare is chosen randomly?

TL;DR in Russian:

Выберите игроков. Позаботьтесь о том, чтобы всем было комфортно еще до начала игры. Согласуйте правила игры.


The gaming receiver uses a USB 2.0 connection. If it doesn't fit into the front USB slot in your desktop computer, try the back slot. If you have the installation disk that came with your Xbox controller, you can insert that disk into your computer and begin installation that way. If you do not have the installation disk that came with the controller, you can download the driver here For either the installation disk or the digital download, follow the same steps as provided in Steps 1 and 2 of Method One. To do this, you may:  Hold down the Guide button on your Xbox controller, as well as Turn on the receiver by pressing the connect button, as well as Press down on the connect button on the back of the wireless controller. When the light stops flashing and turns a steady green, the controller is connected.

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Приобретите ресивер для контроллера Xbox 360, если уже этого не сделали. Если мастер установки нового оборудования не запустится автоматически, тогда установите ПО ресивера вручную. Включите контроллер Xbox 360, который хотите использовать в связке с ресивером. Следуйте перечисленным шагам, пока индикаторы контроллера не начнут мигать зеленым светом.


The gar thrives in the Mississippi river basin, from Southern Ohio and Illinois to the Gulf of Mexico. Mostly found in the freshwater bodies of Texas, Alabama, Louisiana, and Arkansas, the alligator gar is a distinctively Southern fish. As with many things, the biggest are generally found in Texas.  The Henderson Swamp west of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Lake Pontchartrain, north of New Orleans, are populated with Alligator Gars. So are the Pearl and Pascagoula River in Mississippi, the Mobile, Tensaw, Tennessee, and Tombigbee Rivers in Alabama, and the Escambia, Choctawhatchee, and Apalachicola Rivers in the Florida panhandle. Texas rivers such as the Colorado, Trinity, Guadalupe, Sabine, and other main channels are most frequented and have the largest record gars to date, as well as the largest known populations of alligator gar. A "dead lake" is a lake that is inundated by an adjacent river when the water is high, but is landlocked when the river is at a normal level. This is the perfect kind of place to fish for gar. Secure permission to fish this water, and whatever licenses are required in the jurisdiction you are fishing in. You will need to have access to fish your choice of locations, so if there is no bank access, you may have to secure a boat. The alligator gar is just one species of gar, a long-nosed, sharp-toothed, distinctively prehistoric fish. They can weigh over 250 lbs and can survive up to two hours above water. The gator is the largest species of gar, and is the largest exclusively freshwater fish in North America. It can be as long as eight to ten feet, and the current world record for the largest alligator gar caught on rod and reel is 279lb 0oz. The largest taken by Bowfishing is 365lb.  If the gar's snout is more than twice the length of its head, and is no more than a few inches wide, it's probably a longnose gar. Florida gars and spotted gars have shorter snouts and are covered with distinctive, brownish spots. The alligator gar--your target--is the largest of these fish. It has a...

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Вам следует ехать на юг Америки. Найдите топь или заводь. Научитесь обнаруживать аллигаторову щуку. Знайте, когда и где искать.


The garden will need some tender loving care after winter to encourage new healthy growth.  Plants differ in what they need at this time of year, so know which plants in your garden need a spring pruning or tidy-up; some may need dividing and now might be a good time to take cuttings. Have a good look around the garden to see what jobs need doing and to check whether new mulch and compost layers are needed and whether there are weeds to be removed.  Plant flowers. The local gardening center will start to get deliveries of lovely new annuals and perennials in bloom that you can plant straight in the ground, or you can wander in and check out the available flower seeds. Sunflower seeds are a great beginner's flower if you're stuck for ideas. Think about planting flowers in local community planting events -- a great way to meet others and beautify your local environment. Don’t forget about your lawn.  It may never be as beautiful as your flowers, but it can use some love after a harsh winter as well.  Fertilize, reseed, and/or aerate to prepare it for the hot sunshine of July. Now is the time to start thinking about your summer harvest. Which vegetables grow well in your area and are great spring or summer crops? Do some reading up of gardening books or ask a green-thumbed neighbor if you need advice.  If your compost has become a big sluggish, give it a good stir and start afresh. If you are unable or prefer not to maintain a garden yourself, get someone to do the work for you. Just looking at a tidy and happy veggie patch will make you feel good. If you don't have a garden, you might be able to join a community garden or a start a yard share. Spring is a great time to get involved in shared gardening and you'll meet lots of new friends. You aren’t the only one emerging from a long wintry slumber.  Signs of life abound outdoors, so soak it in.  Build a birdhouse and/or birdfeeder.  Bring those cardinals and blue jays in for a closer look.  Or just go to the local pond and feed the ducks your stale bread.  Keep...

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Ухаживайте за газоном и садом. Подготовьте овощную грядку. Радуйтесь весне вместе с животными. Фотографируйте весенние пейзажи. Ведите активный образ жизни. Наполните дом весенней свежестью (и весну домашним уютом).


The garlic in these sprays has antibacterial, antifungal, and insect-repellent properties. When you spray foliage in the garden with a garlic spray, it will eliminate a number of common garden problems. Garlic can:  Repel aphids, slugs, caterpillars, ladybugs, and other insects Deter deer, rabbits, and other animals that could eat your plants Kill powdery mildew Hold the spray bottle 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) from the plant you want to treat. Spritz the liquid to cover the tops and bottoms of the leaves with an even coating of spray. Many bugs like to hide on the underside of leaves, and powdery mildew can grow there too. It’s best to apply the spray in evening, when the sun can't burn the leaves, and when insects tend to be more active. For the best results, apply a coating of spray every 3 to 5 days (or possibly even daily) until the insects are under control, and once a week thereafter. Reapply after rainfall as well, because the precipitation will wash the spray from the foliage. The garlic spray is non-toxic, but you should wash fruits and vegetables well after harvesting to remove residue. Not only can the garlic spray be hot and spicy, but the dish soap will be unpleasant and bitter.

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Опрыскивайте растения, чтобы избавиться от вредителей и мучнистой росы. Опрыскивайте листья по вечерам. Распыляйте спрей раз в несколько дней и после дождя. Тщательно мойте овощи и фрукты перед едой.


The gasket is the rubber ring that runs along the opening of your washer's drum. This is what creates a seal to prevent water from leaking out of your washing machine. Open the washing machine door as wide as you can and peel back the rubber that runs around the opening. The gasket will remain fixed to the washing machine, but you can pull it open to clean it and make sure nothing is stuck. Once you've pulled back the gasket, check for any objects between the rubber. Sharp items can damage the gasket and the washing machine if you run the machine. Always check the pockets of you clothes and remove items before washing them.Common foreign objects include:  Hair pins Nails Coins Paper clips If you notice hair in the gasket, this means that particles from your clothes are building up on the clothes. If you have pets or people with long hair in your household, you should check the gasket for hair at least once or twice a week. If the gasket looks dusty, you may need to occasionally keep the door on your washer closed. For example, if your dog will be crated in the laundry room overnight, keep the door closed. Dust builds up on the gasket when dust or lint from your dryer or laundry room floats around and lands on the gasket. Cut back on dust particles in the air by regularly changing your lint trap. If you see black spots, your washing machine is growing mildew. This means that the gasket isn't getting dry enough between uses or your soap is leaving behind too much residue. This moisture causes the mold to grow. To remove mildew, spray down the gasket with hot soapy water or a mildew cleaner. Wipe the cleaner away using a clean cloth or rag. You may need several cloths if the gasket is slimy with mildew. Keep spraying and wiping until your cloth comes away clean. To kill the mildew, add 1 cup of bleach into your empty machine and run a hot cycle. You should also pour 1/2 cup of bleach into the detergent or fabric softener compartment to ensure that your entire machine gets clean. After the cycle is done, run a...

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Найдите манжету. Удалите все посторонние предметы. Удалите пыль и волосы. Удалите плесень. Раз в месяц выполняйте глубокую очистку манжеты.


The gelatin itself that you will need is a cost effective and easy to use substance, and when applied correctly, can give the appearance of scars, wounds, or burns to your skin. To make your gelatin scar, you'll need:  Gelatin applicator (popsicle stick/makeup spatula) Glycerin Gelatin (or ready-made gelatin) Hot water Makeup (scar color) Mixing cup You should have a firm idea of where your new lines of your scars will run on your body. Gelatin is very friendly when it comes to removal, so you don't have to worry about pain if you apply it to an area with hair.  For more artistic scar patterns, gently drawing guide lines with an eyebrow pencil can be very helpful. You might consider hash-mark patterns, jagged lines, or menacing x shaped scars for your look. Whether this is your face or your arm, a clean and dry surface is best for applying your fake scar. A baby wipe works wonders, but if you don't have that available, a mild soap and warm water will do the job just as well. The simplest ratio you can use for mixing up your gelatin scar solution is 1 part gelatin to 1 part hot water in your mixing cup. The problem with this sort of ratio is that the gelatin can get dried out and shrink, putting you at risk for losing your prosthetic scar. Many FX makeup artists recommend adding some glycerin to prevent your scar from drying out too fast.  Add ¼ teaspoon glycerin to your 1:1 gelatin/hot water mixture.  Stir your gelatin mixture thoroughly, otherwise you might have bubbles form in the mixture and spoil the effect. Be prepared to move quickly after preparing your gelatin; gelatin solidifies very quickly. In your mixing cup, bring enough water to surround and heat your gelatin to a piping-hot temperature. Ready made gelatin usually comes in a bottle, which you have to heat to liquefy. Once it is liquid and at a safe temperature, you can apply it to your body. It's always best to test gelatin heated this way on a safe part of your body, like on your hand or forearm, before applying a large quantity of it to your...

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Подготовьте все необходимое. Наметьте линии шрамов. Подготовьте кожу. Подготовьте желатин. Разогрейте воду, если планируете использовать готовый желатин для грима. Нанесите желатин на кожу. Закрасьте шрам. Закрепите косметику, если потребуется. Смойте шрам, когда он вам уже будет не нужен.


The general practice for planting seeds is to grow them in seed trays. Planting seeds outdoors can be harsh but it is not impossible. However, the success rate of seeds sprouting in seed trays indoors is much higher. When you plant in seed trays, it's important you have enough pots to transfer each seedling into. The seedlings will outgrow the seed tray in a couple of weeks and you'll either have to transfer them to pots or to an outdoor location. If you're creating a bedding out of pansies, be sure to keep each plant about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) apart in all directions. Having wider spacings between each plant allows for more air circulation in the soil which prevents spider mites and diseases like blight and rot that can destroy your flower bed.  Pansies can grow up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall and spread as far as 10 to 20 inches (25 to 51 cm) across. If you're planting seeds on a bed, it's best to plant pansies in rows. This makes it easier for you to identify individual seedlings in case you would like to move them to another location . It can also help you weed between plants more efficiently. You can choose to plant your pansy seeds and grow your seedlings in a temporary location that is cooler than the permanent location. This improves the likelihood of your pansies sprouting and creates a good foundation of healthy pansy plants. Whether you're planting a seed or a mature pansy plant indoors or outdoors, it's important to water your soil first. It is also important to water after planting to fuse the soil with your seed or pansy plant. Flatten the soil and water it to secure the seed within the soil. Extra steps are also recommended in order to ensure moisture is retained in your flower bed before your seedlings sprout:  Cover your seedbed or flower pot with white plastic film (a cut open white garbage bag is a good alternative), aluminum foil, or moist burlap. This keeps the moisture in and sunlight out. Do this until you see your seeds sprouting which takes about 5 to 8 days. Shade your sprouted...

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Решите, будете ли вы сеять семена дома или на улице. Соблюдайте дистанцию при высадке семян анютиных глазок. Полейте почву перед посевом семян или высадкой рассады. Накройте засеянную почву укрывным материалом. Слегка поливайте сеянцы по утрам. Пересадите подросшую рассаду на постоянное место. Производите высадку рассады (будь то молодой или уже цветущей) осенью или ранней весной.


The general rule for gardens is that they need about one inch of water per week. However, certain types of plants need more water than this, and certain types need less. The best approach is to research your plants' water requirements, and to keep an eye on their health. If a plant wilts, it needs more water.  Another good test is to insert your finger a few inches into the soil. If it feels completely dry, it's probably time to water. If it's wet just below the surface, give it more time. Use common sense when it comes to the frequency with which you water your plants. For example, if it has been a rainy week, your plants don't need as much water. If you're in a drought, they might need extra water. The roots absorb water that nourishes the plant; water that hits the leaves just drips off or evaporates. When you're watering, point the hose, watering can or sprinkler low on the plant, near the roots, to make sure the plant gets adequately watered there.  Watering over the plant and getting the leaves all wet is also detrimental to the plant's health. Water that sits on the leaves can either cause mold to form or cause the plant to overheat. If you find it difficult to water the roots using your hose, look into a special watering system that waters plants close to the ground, such as a soaker hose or a drip-tape irrigation system. Most plants are healthiest when their roots grow deep into the ground, rather than growing outward and closer to the surface. Watering deeply, so that you completely saturate the soil, ensures that water gets all the way to the tips of the roots, and it encourages downward root growth.  That's why it's healthiest to water plants sparingly, but deeply. Instead of watering just a little bit every day, choose one or two days a week to give the plants a good, deep watering. That means spending a full thirty seconds or more on each area, rather than just spraying the garden down quickly. Plants that are getting too much water are just as likely to die as plants that get too little water....

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Поливайте сад с правильной периодичностью. Поливайте растения у корней, а не лейте воду на листья. Поливайте долго и обильно. Следите за признаками переувлажнения.


The general rule for lure color is "bright day, light colors; dark day, dark colors." On bright, sunny days and in clear water conditions, choose lures that are light in color and mimic natural patterns. On cloudy days and in dirty water conditions, choose darker lures and those with a non-natural coloration, preferably types that make noise or vibrate as they move through the water. A notable exception to this rule is the use of 2-toned plastic worms that feature a darker head color and a fluorescent pink or yellow tail color. Many anglers use plastic worms colored like this when fishing in cloudy water conditions. In general, choose smaller jigs and grubs when fishing for panfish (bluegill, sunfish, crappie, perch) and larger lures such as spinnerbaits and crankbaits when fishing for bigger fish (bass, walleye, and pike). Smaller lures are best suited for light and ultralight spinning and spincasting tackle (or fly rods in the case of dry and wet flies) with lines of 4 to 10-pound test (2 to 5 kg class), while larger lures are meant to be fished with medium to heavy action rods, spinning or baitcasting reels, and lines of 12 to 20-pound test (6 to 10 kg class) or better. (Lures used to fish for muskellunge, the largest member of the pike family, are decidedly larger than those used for bass, walleye, and northern pike, and often require the use of a wire leader because of the muskie's sharp teeth.) Lure size can also be dictated by weather conditions and how fish react to them. In early spring, or when cold front conditions clear the skies and cool the water to make fish lethargic, smaller lures are usually better choices than larger lures. (Lures used for ice fishing are exceptionally tiny, usually grub jigs or small spoons.) In high-wind conditions, you may need to use a larger lure simply to have enough resistance on the end of the line to keep the wind from bowing it so that you can't detect if fish are hitting the lure. Also try casting out a spinner and just keep casting and retrieving the lure.

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Цвет приманки должен соответствовать погоде и состоянию воды. Размер блесны должен соответствовать вашим снастям и виду вылавливаемой рыбы.


The general style of this -- and there definitely is one -- is skinny jeans and bright, fluorescent shirts. If skinny jeans aren't your style, you could also wear cargo pants, UFO pants,  or even leg warmers with gators. Anything that glows is good, too.  Tecktonik is an actual brand name, now. You can get sued for using it without running it through the company! So if you're in serious doubt over what to wear, buy the trademarked clothes! Remember, true Tecktonikers aren't too picky with clothes and aren't very into fashion; most just want to dance and have a good time. For girls, put your hair down. It doesn't have to be short or long, but just keep off the top of your head because most Tecktonik moves are up close to your head, a ponytail could offset your style. For guys, the look is a mullet-mohawk combo. That means it's long in the back, short on the sides, and gelled up in the front. Does it get any better? If your job or the 'rents wouldn't approve of the mohawk, get a buzz cut, faux hawk, or Emo style. In addition to the skinny jeans and fluorescent tees, don't forget bracelets! Lots and lots of bracelets. They can go halfway up your forearm if you want. And if they glow, even better. Seriously, glowing. Check out any rave that has Tecktonik music and get your glow on with glowsticks and body paint. The brighter the better!

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Одевайтесь как тектонист. Делаем прическу. Выбираем аксессуары.


The generic name for Accutane is isotretinoin. The drug is a derivative of vitamin A, and falls in a class of medications known as retinoids. Accutane works in 4 ways. Accutane helps to control the size of the sebaceous glands, which are the glands that produce oil. This reduces the amount of oils produced by these glands. At the same time, it decreases the amount of acne-causing bacteria that live in the oil from these glands. Accutane also slows down the development of some cells that cause pores to get blocked, and it decreases inflammation of the skin. The dose is determined by body weight and by the severity of the acne. The usual dose ranges are 0.5-1.0mg/kg per day. For example, in someone that weighs about 150 pounds, the dose would range from about 20mg to 35mg, taken twice every day. Take Accutane for the length of time prescribed. One course of therapy can last for 4 to 5 months. Sometimes more than 1 course of therapy may be needed. The best response happens when the cumulative dose, or the total dose taken over a period of time, is considered. Your doctor knows how to monitor your progress and keep up with the cumulative dose in order for you to get the greatest benefit from Accutane therapy. As many as 85% of people treated with Accutane see great results after just 1 treatment course, lasting about 4 to 5 months. More than 1 course of treatment may be needed to permanently clear the skin and avoid any future relapse of the acne. Although there is no guarantee that everyone will see improvement, most people see their acne disappear, and in many cases it never comes back. Acne commonly develops during the adolescent and early adult years, but acne can also occur later in life. If left untreated, severe acne may result in physical disfigurement and associated psychological problems. According to the FDA and the parent drug company, acne leads to more feelings of insecurity and inferiority than any other disease.

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Выясните, что такое Аккутан и как он действует. Узнайте, как определяется дозировка Аккутана. Знайте, что курс лечения Аккутаном может быть весьма длительным. Знайте, каким образом может помочь лечение Аккутаном. Учитывайте проблемы с акне, которое не лечили.


The genre you choose to write in will affect the kind of characters and plot you'll create. Pick a genre that you’re comfortable writing in and passionate about. For instance, if you're interested in the strange and unusual, you might want to focus on horror or science fiction. Romance and fan fiction are two very popular genres on Wattpad. Focus on one of these for the widest audience. Doing character profiles can help you create strong, vivid characters. Start by profiling your main character. What do they look like? What’s their personality? What are their dreams, goals, and fears? What significant events happened in their past?  Once you've profiled your main character, move on to the supporting characters. Your story doesn’t need to include all the details you put in the profiles. However, the more you know about your characters, the easier it will be to write them. Some authors like to have their plot completely figured out before they start writing. Others start with the basics and fill in the rest as they write. Many fall somewhere in the middle. All are valid approaches! Start with a simple plot outline and go from there. A great way to start thinking about plot is to think about questions you want your story to answer. For example, the Lord of the Rings trilogy answers questions like, "What happens when the fate of the world rests on the shoulders of a hobbit?” and "What happens when friends embark on an exciting and dangerous adventure together?" The goal of your first draft is to get the foundation of your story on paper (physical or digital). You’re not necessarily trying to write a perfect story at this point. Focus on getting your characters on the page and writing out the events you want to happen.  Don’t focus too much on grammar and spelling at this stage. Correct basic stuff as you go, but you'll do intensive editing later. Wattpad stories can be different lengths, from novelettes (about 7500 words) to full length novels (over 40,000 words). Write as much as you need to tell your story...

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Выберите жанр. Напишите  биографии персонажей. Определите основной сюжет. Напишите черновой вариант. Перечитайте историю и внесите правки. Завершите чистовой вариант.


The giblets are the organs of the turkey that are bagged and stuffed in the turkey’s neck by the butcher. Now that the turkey is partially thawed, you should be able to pull the giblets out so you can discard them (or make gravy with them). Coating the turkey with butter will make it more flavorful. If you don't have butter, you can use olive oil instead. Start with 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of salt and pepper and gradually add more if it's not enough to cover the whole turkey. Sprinkle the seasonings onto the top of the turkey and then gently rub them in with your fingers.  You can also use other kinds of seasonings, like rosemary, thyme, and sage.

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Достаньте пакет с потрохами из шеи индейки. Кисточкой для смазывания нанесите на индейку полстакана (120 мл) растопленного сливочного масла. Приправьте индейку солью и перцем.


The ginger can be peeled or unpeeled, according to preference. If you want it peeled, peel now. Thumb-size or matchstick-length pieces are suitable shapes. If using a bag, try to fill as much as possible and press down to expel as much air as you can. Use within three months.

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Выбор имбиря. Нарежьте имбирь на куски в форме медальонов. Поместите медальоны в пакет для заморозки. Поместите в морозильник.


The glass should be big enough to hold a fair amount of freshwater. Make sure the glass is short enough that you can still put it inside of the pot with the lid on it. Use a pot and lid that are meant to be heated on a stovetop. A Pyrex or metal cup is safest, as certain types of glass will explode when exposed to heat. Plastic may melt or deform. Do not overfill the pot. Stop well before the water level has reached the mouth of the glass. This will help to ensure that no saltwater splashes into the glass while it is boiling. You don't want to get any saltwater into the drinking glass, or your newly made fresh water will be contaminated. This will allow the water vapor to drip into the drinking glass as it condenses. Position the pot lid so that the highest point or handle of the lid is facing down towards the glass and is directly above the glass.  Make sure the pot lid has a good seal with the edges of the pot. Without a good seal, a lot of the steam will escape and this will reduce the supply of fresh water vapor. You will want to boil the water slowly over low heat. A violent full boil can contaminate the drinking water by splashing into the glass. Too much heat can cause the glass to break. If the water is boiling quickly and violently, the glass may shift away from the center of the pot and the handle of the pot lid. When water boils, it becomes pure vapor, leaving behind anything that was dissolved in it.  As the water becomes vapor, it condenses in the air as steam and on the lid's surface as water droplets. The droplets then run down to the lowest point (the handle) and drip right into the glass. This will probably take 20 minutes or more. The glass and water will be very hot. There may be a small amount of saltwater left in the pot, so be careful when removing the glass of freshwater not to splash any saltwater into your freshwater.   You might find that the glass and fresh water will cool faster if you remove it from the pot. Be careful as you remove the glass so you don't get burnt. Use an oven...

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Найдите большую кастрюлю с крышкой и пустую чашку или стакан. Не спеша налейте в кастрюлю немного соленой воды. Накройте кастрюлю перевернутой вверх дном крышкой. Доведите воду до медленного кипения. Понаблюдайте за кастрюлей, когда в ней конденсируется пар. Немного подождите, прежде чем пить воду.


The goal is to get the bird into the hands of experts as soon as possible. See if they are willing to take in the bird. While organizations like this may not have room for every common species, they may have the facilities to raise orphaned fledglings of rare or endangered species. If no wildlife rehabilitator is available in your area and you are on your own, you may be able to contact a national or state level organization that can give you help. Make sure the fledgling cannot escape or injure itself in the cage. The bird should have plenty of room and should be placed in a warm and safe room away from predators.  Cover the bottom of the cage with soft padding. Make sure it is in a warm and calm space. Do NOT put a dish a water in the cage. Baby birds get all the water they need from the food they eat. A bowl of water is just a hazard that the bird might drown in. Before you care for the bird you will need to know what kind of bird it is and what it needs to survive. Different types of birds have different diets, so you should find out what the bird eats before you feed it. Note that feeding the incorrect food can cause the bird serious illness.  If you can't identify the bird off the top of your head, look at a book of birds that live in your area. Look up the bird type online to identify the bird and to see how to take care of it properly. It is incredibly important to feed a baby bird the right food. Some species eat mainly fruit and insects whilst others can be fed only special formula. This depends highly on what kind of bird you have and how old it is.  Once you've identified your bird, protein eating birds can be fed a mixture of baby bird food blended with meal or earth worms. Fruit eaters can be fed crushed fresh native berries like blueberries, blackberries,and raspberries in addition to baby bird formula. Most pet stores carry baby bird formula mix. Once you figure out the fledglings nutritional needs, you can use a small baby spoon or straw with the end cut like a scoop and gently feed the bird...

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Как можно скорее свяжитесь с ближайшим центром реабилитации диких животных или лесничеством. Подготовьте для птенца клетку или контейнер. Попробуйте определить, к какому виду относится птенец. Составьте рацион для птенца. Начните кормить птенца. Подготовьте птицу к возвращению в природную среду.


The goal is to keep his arms and legs at heart-level so as to get the most accurate blood pressure reading. Remove the blood pressure cuff from your patient’s arm. Position the cuff two inches above the malleolus (the bony knob) of the ankle. Make sure that the cuff is not wrapped too tightly. Check its tightness by inserting two fingers. If you can’t insert two fingers, then it is too tight. Make sure that you have the right sized cuff for your patient. The width of the cuff should be slightly wider than the diameter of the lower leg. The dorsalis pedis (DP) artery is located on the upper surface of the foot, right near where the foot meets the ankle. Spread ultrasound gel on this upper area of the foot. Use a Doppler probe to located the strongest point of the DP. Move the probe around until your find the spot where the pulse is the loudest. You should hear a pulsating or whooshing sound. Inflate the blood pressure cuff to about 20 mmHg above the patient’s regular systolic pressure or until the whooshing sound from the Doppler is gone. Deflate the cuff and take note when the whooshing sound returns. This is the systolic blood pressure of the ankle. For the most accurate ABI, you should take the blood pressure of both the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial arteries. The PT is located about one-fourth of the way up the back side of the calf. Place ultrasound gel on the area and use the Doppler probe to find the spot where the PT pulse is the strongest. Repeat the same process that you did to find the DP artery. Once finished, record the pressure and then switch the cuff to the right leg. Record the blood pressure of the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial arteries on the right leg.

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Попросите вашего пациента оставаться в положении лежа лицом вверх. Оберните   манжету  вокруг левой лодыжки пациента. Найдите тыльную артерию стопы. Зарегистрируйте кровяное давление в тыльной артерии стопы. Найдите заднюю большеберцовую артерию (а.posterior tibial). Зарегистрируйте кровяное давление в задней большеберцовой артерии.


The goal is to remove as much dirt and grime as possible. If you are trying to clean corrosion off of your aluminum piece, the acid will need to be able to reach the corrosion to do its job. Washing as many contaminants as possible from the piece prepares it for the acid wash. A little bit of scrubbing might be needed to remove things such as burnt-on food. If this is the case, you want to use the softest method that will work. Baking soda rubbed with a rag is a good idea. Remember to use a back and forth motion rather than a circular motion to ensure an even look. Once you have washed and scrubbed the piece, it is ready for the acid wash. Rinse off any residues left behind by things such as detergent or baking soda. Dry the aluminum surface with a soft rag before exposing it to the acid solution.

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Вымойте алюминиевую поверхность теплой водой с мылом. Если поверхность необходимо поскрести, выберите легкий абразив. Вымойте поверхность водой и как следует протрите ее, прежде чем использовать раствор кислоты.


The goal is to withdraw from the world so that you can focus on the visualizing succeeding your goals. If you're too tired, you might just nod off instead. It can be hard to focus your mind if you are either hungry or too full. Eat enough to give you energy for meditation, but not so much that you are overfull. You want to find a space where no interruptions or sudden noises will pull you back to the world around you. A small, uncluttered space in your home is ideal. Turn off your cell phone or pager. If you have a land-line, turn off the ringer. Ask your family not to interrupt you during your session. Sitting is best, as lying down may cause you to fall asleep. To best enter a state of hypnosis:  Choose a comfortable position for your legs. A classic meditative position is to cross your legs, but you may prefer to kneel, lay your legs out straight, or sit in a chair. Just be sure it is a position you can hold comfortably. Keep your back straight. A straight back will help you to breathe deeply. Sit in a chair if you find it difficult to keep your back straight without one. Place your hands where they will not distract you. You can place your hands on your legs or put them together in a praying position, whichever works best for you. As you prepare to employ the Best Me technique, close your eyes and take a moment to simply breathe slowly in and out. Focus on your breathing and nothing else. This will help to clear you mind and prepare you to effectively enter a state of heightened concentration.

TL;DR in Russian:

Выберите время, когда вы не слишком сонливы. Съешьте что-то легкое за 1–2 часа до сеанса. Найдите укромный уголок, чтобы заниматься. Убедитесь, что вас не потревожат. Примите удобное положение. Дышите ровно и глубоко.


The goal of a situation analysis is to look at your company's current marketing situation. From there, changes can identified and made. Begin by looking at your company's mission and goals (if your company doesn't have one, then, this has to be clarified before you start), and determine if your company's current marketing plan is helping to meet those goals or not. For example, you may own a snow plowing and winter maintenance business, and may have set a goal to grow your overall revenues by 10% by adding more contracts. Do you have a marketing plan that outlines how you will attract those additional contracts? If so, is it working? What is attracting customers to your business now? What is attracting customers to your competitor's business? Chances are your strengths are attracting customers to your business, and knowing these strengths is an important marketing advantage.  Come up with concrete, definitive strengths and advantages that customers will find when they work with you. These are called internal characteristics of the company, and they're what determine a customer's level of satisfaction.  Potential strengths could be low cost, excellent customer service, user friendliness, or speed.  Distinguish yourself from the competition. This may be tied with your strengths, or it may just be a fact of doing business with your company. But if you want customers to choose you over your competitors, you'll need to figure out beforehand why they should do that.  You should also be aware of your company's potential weaknesses and shortcomings, as these are also internal characteristics that matter to consumers. Once you've identified weaknesses you should begin planning ways to address those issues. If you don't, those weaknesses could end up being a competitor's strengths. It is important to know precisely who are selling to in order to market to them. Knowing your target market and their needs allows you to determine where you should advertise and how you should advertise. If you do not intimately know your...

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Продумайте цели деятельности своей компании. Изучите свои текущие маркетинговые преимущества и недостатки. Изучите целевой рынок. Соберите информацию о внешних возможностях и угрозах для вашей компании.


The goal of a song is to express an idea. Take your time.  This could be very simplistic or complicated, but it has to come from somewhere, and mean something to you.  Some of the best places people seek inspiration are at coffee shops, where lovers and/or friends meet up, talk, kiss, and interact.  Other songwriters like going out into the woods where they can hear the birds chirping, and experience the awesome solemnity of nature.  Look for a place which suits your needs.  If you need interaction, go to a crowded place.  If you need silence, take a drive or sit by the lake. Spend some time using all of your sensory abilities.  Look to see the colors around you, listen to the sounds you hear, feel the table in front of you, and smell the multitude of aromas. The ideas you come up with don't necessarily have to be serious or intricate.  Especially when it comes to pop songs, short, sweet, and upbeat thoughts are especially welcome. Grab a sheet of paper and a pencil/pen when you go to seek your inspiration.  Every time you hear, touch, smell, or see something interesting, write a word or two down which represents it.  For example, I hear a bird calling in the woods so I write down "feather, echo, call, hear me."  Compile a large list of these as you travel to different locations and seek inspiration from elsewhere.  Carry a small 2X4 inch journal in your pocket when you travel.  This way you will have a way to keep your ideas contained together, and always have something to write an idea down on. Put stars around, or underline words which weigh on you heavily.  These might be words you want to focus on when you later write your song. You do not want to write a song about love, death, depression, working, dreams, and learning who you are.  One of those works just fine, and will help to focus the minds of your listeners later on.  Take your random word lists, and begin to cross certain words off.  Begin a permanent list on another piece of paper.  Each of these important words should center on one topic.  For...

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Ищите вдохновение. Придумывайте различные идеи. Сосредоточьтесь на одной теме. Перефразируйте старое на новый лад. Придумайте структуру текста.


The goal of comments is to point out the strengths and weaknesses in a student's writing and to offer them concrete strategies toward improving their work. Completely shredding apart a failed paragraph with your red pen does not accomplish any of these aims.  Use marginal comments to point out specific points or areas in the essay the student could improve. Use a paragraph note at the end to summarize your comments and direct them toward improvement. Comments should not justify a letter grade. Never start a note, "You got a C because...". It's not your job to defend the grade given. Instead, use the comments to look toward revision and the next assignment, rather than staring backward at the successes or failures of the given assignment. Try to start your comments by finding something the student has done well and encouraging them. Seeing exclamation points or "Good job" on an essay tends to be more memorable for the student, and will ensure that they'll repeat the behavior. If you struggle to find anything, you can always praise their topic selection: "This is an important topic! Good choice!" Even if your student has written a disaster of a paper, don't overwhelm them with every single thing that needs to be fixed. Try to focus on no more than three main areas of improvement in your comments. This will give the student concrete strategies toward improvement, and avoid overwhelming them with "failures." When you give your first read-through, Try to determine what these three points might be to make it easier when you're going through the paper and writing comments. Instead of focusing your comments on everything the student did wrong in an essay, direct your comments toward the next essay, or toward a re-write of the current essay, if that fits in with the conventions of the assignment. "In your next assignment, make sure to organize your paragraphs according to the argument you're making" is a better comment than "Your paragraphs are disorganized."

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Пишите не более одного замечания на каждый абзац. Найдите, за что можно похвалить студента – это придаст ему уверенности в своих силах. Обратите внимание студента на три основных момента, над которыми нужно поработать. Необходимо ободрить студента.


The goal of simplifying a square root is to rewrite it in a form that is easy to understand and to use in math problems. Factoring breaks down a large number into two or more smaller factors, for instance turning 9 into 3 x 3. Once we find these factors, we can rewrite the square root in simpler form, sometimes even turning it into a normal integer. For example, √9 = √(3x3) = 3. Follow the steps below to learn this process for more complicated square roots. If the number under the square root is even, divide it by 2. If your number is odd, try dividing it by 3 instead. If neither of these gives you a whole number, move down this list, testing the other primes until you get a whole number result. You only need to test the prime numbers, since all other numbers have prime numbers as their factors. For example, you don't need to test 4, because any number divisible by 4 is also divisible by 2, which you already tried.  2 3 5 7 11 13 17 Keep everything underneath the square root sign, and don't forget to include both factors. For example, if you're trying to simplify √98, follow the step above to discover that 98 ÷ 2 = 49, so 98 = 2 x 49. Rewrite the "98" in the original square root using this information: √98 = √(2 x 49). Before we can simplify the square root, we keep factoring it until we've broken it down into two identical parts. This makes sense if you think about what a square root means: the term √(2 x 2) means "the number you can multiply with itself to equal 2 x 2." Obviously, this number is 2! With this goal in mind, let's repeat the steps above for our example problem, √(2 x 49):  2 is already factored as low as it will go. (In other words, it's one of those prime numbers on the list above.) We'll ignore this for now and try to divide 49 instead. 49 can't be evenly divided by 2, or by 3, or by 5. You can test this yourself using a calculator or long division. Because these don't give us nice, whole number results, we'll ignore them and keep trying. 49 can be evenly divided by seven. 49 ÷ 7 = 7, so 49...

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Цель упрощения квадратного корня — это переписать его в такой форме, которую проще использовать в вычислениях. Если подкоренное число четное, разделите его на 2. Перепишите задачу как корень из произведения двух чисел. Продолжайте разложение чисел до тех пор, пока под корнем не останется произведение двух одинаковых чисел и других чисел. Упростите квадратный корень. Некоторые корни можно упрощать многократно. Если вы не можете получить два одинаковых числа под знаком корня, то такой корень упростить нельзя.


The goal of this article isn't to look more ethnically Korean, it's to use Korean beauty techniques to make you look the way you want to look. Also, Kpop artists dye their hair very frequently, so in pop culture, hair color is much more varied than you'd think. The way you wear your hair can highlight certain aspects of your face, so make sure you pick the best haircuts and styles to go with your face structure. Pay attention to trends in Korean hairstyles and adopt those that will work best for you. Popular styles include long straight hair with bangs, long and wavy hair with a center part, short cropped hair, and clips or large bows as hair accessories.

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Поймите — красить волосы в каштановый или черный вовсе не обязательно. Уложите волосы так, чтобы максимально открыть лицо. Посмотрите корейские прически.


The goal with titling your artwork is to make sure it stands apart from other works of art. If it has the same name as another piece of artwork – especially something well-known – that can unintentionally link your art to someone else’s, risking confusion, misinterpretation or just basic lack of originality. Search online for your title and see what you find. Your title might mean one thing to you but something entirely different to another person. Getting first reactions and feedback on your title can be a good way to understand how it will be received. Consider if your title is ambiguous or if it can be interpreted in different ways. Unless it’s deliberate, don’t send your artwork out into the world with any misspelled word in the title. Your error can make you look less professional or serious as an artist. Similarly, double check grammar, especially if your title is longer than a phrase. While you might title a piece of art to give it additional meaning, you may also title a piece of art so that you can promote yourself as an artist. Forgo the “Untitled” title, and instead strive to have a distinguishable work of art. This can potentially even add value to your artwork.  For paintings in a series, you might name them sequentially (such as “Blue Fence #1,” “Blue Fence #2,” and so on). They may be hard to keep track of, however. Go for different titles and help yourself keep track of individual works. Reviewers, critics and collectors can reference your work more accurately with a specific title. If you call all your pieces “Untitled,” it will quickly get confusing as to which piece is being referred to. Having a unique title will make it easier for people searching online for your work to find you. If you plan to circulate your artwork at all, make sure the title of the piece goes with the artwork. Write it on the back of the actual piece of art. If you post your artwork online, make sure your title appears with the artwork. This can improve your online profile by making your artwork easier to find.

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Узнайте, есть ли другие работы с таким же названием. Поинтересуйтесь мнением о вашем названии. Проверьте орфографию. Название должно работать на вас. Укажите название на картине.


The good news is that, if you have been diagnosed with scurvy, it is a relatively simple condition to treat. The mainstay of treatment is to increase your daily consumption of vitamin C, normally with a combination of dietary measures as well as vitamin C supplementation. Your doctor will give you guidance as to how much vitamin C you need to consume daily, depending upon the degree of deficiency you are currently experiencing. Typically, 120mg per day of vitamin C is recommended daily for the treatment of scurvy. Foods that are high in vitamin C include most fruits, many vegetables (particularly cabbage, spinach, and broccoli), and eating kidney or liver. Oftentimes scurvy can be associated with other underlying problems. In particular, eating disorders and alcoholism are commonly associated with scurvy. If this is the case, it is important to address and to treat these as well. Finally, since an iron deficiency is commonly associated with a vitamin C deficiency, you may need to take oral iron supplements to replenish your iron stores. Your doctor will prescribe an appropriate dosage if needed, depending upon the results of your blood test and the degree of deficiency that you are experiencing. You can expect symptoms such as bleeding in your gums and elsewhere to stop within 24 hours of commencing treatment. Other symptoms may take a few weeks to show improvement. Scurvy can be effectively cured with proper adherence to your physician's treatment plan.

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Увеличьте прием витамина С. Выявите и вылечите основные проблемы, связанные с цингой. Вылечите анемию, если она присутствует. Ознакомьтесь с ожидаемым периодом выздоровления.


The great thing about bouldering is that each person will tackle the same problem in a different way, according to their personal strengths.  In fact, bouldering is one of the few sports where men and women can complete on an even footing, as things like flexibility and balance are just as important as physical strength. Try to figure out what your greatest strength is and use it in your bouldering. However, as you progress with your climbing, it is also important to spend time working on your weaknesses, otherwise your overall performance will be affected. Avoid only sticking to problems that suit you and try to challenge yourself every once in a while. If you just can't seem to complete a particular problem, it's easy to become frustrated and resort to throwing yourself at it or just giving up altogether.  However, both of these approaches are unlikely to help you improve -- remember that bouldering is just as much a mental activity as a physical one. Therefore, it's important to take a deep breath, stay calm and take all the time you need. Examine the problem again and try to figure out if there's a hand hold or foot hold you might have missed, or an alternative way of tackling the problem. It's also important to realize that failure is a part of bouldering -- reaching your physical and mental limit is all part of the fun. If you were able to complete every problem on your first try bouldering would get boring pretty quickly. Watching more experienced climbers tackle a tough bouldering problem can be a great way to learn new skills and help you to understand some of the best ways to approach specific moves.  You'll also find that most climbers are happy to offer advice and guidance on how to complete a problem that you've been struggling with, so don't be afraid to ask! However, you should also bear in mind that everyone approaches bouldering problems differently. There is never a single "correct" method of doing something, so what works for another person may not work for you. Arguably, balance is the...

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Сфокусируйтесь на своих сильных сторонах, но не пренебрегайте вашими слабостями. Старайтесь не расстраиваться. Наблюдайте за другими альпинистами. Работайте над своим балансом. Не забывайте отдыхать.


The great thing about the holidays is you know exactly when they're coming. They're not like that surprise pot of queso your friend brought over that one night that you accidentally devoured all by yourself after a regrettable bottle and a half of wine. So do your worries a favor and cut back the week before. It'll make the food on Turkey Day that much more delicious! We're not advocating dieting, per se. What we are saying is skip the dessert, don't spent the afternoon baking, or let your froyo coupon expire. When you go out for a meal, box up half before you even begin. Make little strides you wouldn't otherwise make. Thanksgiving isn't about losing weight -- it's about not gaining it. When our kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms, and, let's be honest, bedrooms are littered with cakes, cookies, and sweet, sweet munchies, it'd take a robot not to succumb to the deliciousness. When peppermint brownies, gingerbread, and toffee is within arm's reach, no one is going to blame you for going over to the dark side. Since it'd be ridiculous to suggest you throw them out, the best thing you can do is to put them in a non-transparent container and in the cupboard. Out of sight, out of mind. It actually works! When we're staring at a table full of treats, all hope goes out the window. But when they're there but not seen, we're capable of forgetting that they're there (most of the time) and thus can avoid the absent-minded munchie grab. Do yourself a favor and pack 'em away before you don't realize you're on your fifth mint chocolate cupcake. When our schedules get jam packed (which normally happens during the holidays), exercise is usually the first to go. The gym changes hours, we end up traveling, family obligations magnify tenfold -- whatever the cause, we succumb to the demands of our schedules and end up doing a lot more sitting, waiting, and eating than we intended. Instead of letting your schedule rule you, rule it. Call up your gym and find out their new hours. Wake up 30 minutes earlier to squeeze in a...

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Просчитайте калории за неделю вперед. Уберите из вида сладости. Распланируйте свои занятия. Уменьшите стрессовые ситуации. Распланируйте тренировки в праздничные дни. Будьте в тепле.


The greatest way to show your boyfriend you care about him is to reveal to him how much you appreciate him. Guys often want to feel needed and want to know that you appreciate them. Don't forget to remind him every now and then how much you do care for him and how thankful you are to have him around. When you compliment your boyfriend and make him feel like the things he does for you aren't in vain, it can create positive effects in your life as well. If he feels like his significant other appreciates him and notices him, he may be more likely to do things for you, because he knows that you won't just ignore him or critique him. Compliments don't just affect women. Men like and enjoy compliments as well, so compliment him every now and then to boost his confidence and to show him you find him attractive in appearance and personality. Compliment his looks, but also compliment his actions. Let him know when he does something well or when you are proud of him. In moments when your boyfriend is experiencing difficulty or has recently failed at something, take time to encourage him and remind him of his strengths and what he is good at. Uplifting your boyfriend in times when he is feeling insecure is one of the best ways to compliment him. Even in those moments when your boyfriend irritates you and the last thing you want to do is help him, sacrifice your pride and help him out. Taking time and energy to work alongside your boyfriend or to help ease his load is a great way to show your boyfriend you care for him and love him. A healthy relationship isn't based on what you can gain from someone, it's based on mutual support and affection. Helping your boyfriend may look like different things. It may be running errands for him when his life gets crazy. It may be helping him with school work or his workload. It may be giving him space to sort things out. The best way to help you boyfriend is to do things without him having to ask first. This will show him that you aren't helping him out of obligation or helping him...

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Цените его. Хвалите его. Помогайте ему по возможности. Ласково поговорите с парнем и проявите к нему милосердие. Поддерживайте здоровые отношения.


The grieving process is only intensified when you pull away and isolate yourself from others. Remind yourself of the people still here and that they, too, lost an important family member. Fight the desire to pull away or appear strong and seek comfort from loved ones who are also mourning. If you have religious or spiritual beliefs, now is the time to search out those verses or quotes that remind you that things will get better soon. Participating in religious/spiritual functions can further help you find closure, connect with others, and provide you with hope for the future.  Research has shown that people with strong spiritual beliefs--because of the principles described about human life and existence beyond--tend to resolve their grief sooner than those who do not.  If you are a non-believer, secular rituals, such as packing up grandma's things or regularly visiting her grave, could help you resolve your grief and find comfort. A bereavement support group can help you and other family members come to terms with the loss. In the groups, you will be able to listen to and share your own feelings and stories with others who are also grieving. These support groups will provide coping resources for overcoming grief over the next several weeks and months after the death. If you find that you continue to heavily mourn the death and cannot function in your daily life, you may need to seek professional help. A grief or bereavement counselor can be effective with helping you process the loss of your grandmother and learn how to properly cope.

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Проводите время с семьей. Обратитесь к вере. Группа поддержки. Психолог-консультант.


The grip is how you hold your racket and it will affect every stroke that you hit. You have two basic grips in the game, one for the forehand and one for the backhand. Here's what you need to know:  The forehand grip: Hold the racket with your non-playing hand, pointing the handle toward you with your racket face perpendicular to the floor. Put your hand on the handle as if you are shaking hands with it. Look for a V shape between your thumb and index finger. Rest the handle loosely in your fingers for more flexibility. Shorten the grip and place it closer to the shaft for more control of the racket when you're hitting the shuttle from forecourt and midcourt. The backhand grip: Hold the racket as if you were holding a forehand grip. Then, turn it clockwise, so that the V shape you've formed moves to the right. Put your thumb against the back bevel of the handle for more leverage and power, resting the racket loosely in your fingers. Again, use a longer grip for clears and a shorter grip for net play. Relax your thumb and use more power from your arm instead for clears because the extension of your thumb is extremely limited in the short-court backhand grip, and you have more time to prepare for a backhand clear than for a mid court block or net kill, meaning that the leverage of the thumb isn't as important. There are many ways to hit a badminton serve, from the high serve to the backhand serve. Here are a few serves you will need to know:  The high serve. This is a great serve for moving your opponent back during singles play; it's a little trickier for doubles. You have to use an underhanded forehand for this serve. Relax, bend your knees, standing 2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 m) behind the short service line. Lead with your non-racket leg, placing your racket leg behind it. Move your racket back almost to your shoulder, then swing it forward. Hold the shuttle by the feathers and drop it slightly in front of you. Hit the shuttle with the flat face of your racket and follow through until your racket reaches all the way...

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Освойте сцепление. Научитесь справляться с высокой и низкой подачей. Освоение флика и драйвовый удар. Освойте удар справа. Научитесь бить наотмашь. Научитесь срезать удары. Научитесь срезать короткие удары.


The groin, inner thighs, and buttocks are the most common areas affected by jock itch since the region is prone to dampness which help the responsible bacteria and fungi to spread. While you can treat most cases of jock itch at home, you should still see your doctor for an official diagnosis, as well as testing to determine the cause (whether a fungus or bacteria) since this can alter the treatment method. The symptoms of jock itch usually include:  Itching, redness, or scaling of the skin in ring or half-moon shapes Burning sensations Pain (usually bacterial infection) Blistering along the edge of the rash Keeping the area clean will help stop the spread of the fungus or bacteria causing the symptoms. Wash the skin two to three times a day using an antifungal shampoo for the duration of your treatment. You can buy these shampoos without a prescription, and some options include ketoconazole (Nizoral) or selenium sulfide (Selsun Blue). Many of these shampoos are marketed for use against dandruff. However, skin fungus is a common cause of dandruff, and these shampoos do have antifungal formulations. Excess moisture forms a breeding ground for the bacteria and fungi that can cause jock itch. Dry your groin completely after each time you wash the area, and make sure you dry any excess sweat in the area throughout the day as well. Change out of gym clothes immediately and wash them between uses to help prevent jock itch.  Looser-fitting cotton underwear will help reduce excess sweating, and it will also allow sweat to dry faster. Change your towel every day while treating your jock itch, and do not share towels with anyone. You can use a powder like Gold Bond to keep the area dry. Several over-the-counter, antifungal creams are available to help you treat jock itch. Apply after each time you wash and dry the area, and make sure you spread the cream past the edges of the rash.  Choose options that include terbinafine, miconazole, or clotrimazole. Brands with these as the active ingredients include Lamisil,...

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Выявите симптомы паховой эпидермофитии. Мойте область паха два-три раза в день противогрибковым шампунем. Держите зараженные участки кожи в сухости. Наносите на зараженный участок противогрибковый крем. Остерегайтесь попадания на зараженный участок агрессивных веществ. Используйте раствор соли алюминия. Прикладывайте к возможным волдырям компрессы с лекарственными средствами. Вылечите микоз стоп. Попробуйте общие средства.


The gross income of a piece of investment property will mainly be in terms of rent rolls. In other words, when a real estate investor buys a home, s/he usually makes money from it primarily by renting it out to tenants. However, this isn't the sole possible source of income - miscellaneous income can also accrue from the property in the form of coin operated vending or washing machines, etc. For example, let's say that we've just purchased a house we intend to rent to tenants at a rate of $750/month.  At this rate, we can expect to make 750 × 12 = $9,000 per year in gross income from the property. Any piece of real estate comes with operating costs. Usually, these are in the form of maintenance, insurance, taxes, utilities, vacancy costs, and property management. Use accurate estimates for these numbers and subtract them from the gross income you found above. This will find the property's net income.  For example, let's say that, after having our rental property appraised, we find that we can expect to pay $900 in property management, $450 in maintenance, $710 in taxes, and $650 in insurance per year for our property. 9,000 - 900 - 450 - 710 - 650 = $6,290, our property's net income. Note that the cap rate doesn't account for the property's business expenses - including the purchase costs of the property, mortgage payments, fees, etc. Since these items reflect the investor's standing with the lender and are variable in nature, they adversely affect the neutral comparison that the cap rate is meant to deliver. The cap rate is the ratio between the net income of the property and its original price or capital cost. Cap rate is expressed as a percentage. Let's assume we purchased our property for $40,000. Given this information, we now have everything we need to know to find our cap rate. See below:  $9000 (gross income) -$900 (property management) -$450 (maintenance) -$710 (taxes) -$650 (insurance) =$6290 (net income) / $40000 (purchase price) = 0.157 = 15.7% cap rate

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Рассчитайте годовой валовой доход инвестиционной собственности. Вычтите операционные расходы, связанные с собственностью, из валового дохода. Разделите чистый доход на цену, которая была заплачена за покупку собственности.


The grunge style is made to look as low maintenance and comfortable as possible, and the same feel translates to the makeup. Pair a little bit of brown or dark eye shadow with thick eyeliner and mascara. You want it to look kind of like a messy smokey eye, but you don't want it to look bad. You can also not wear makeup altogether. You can top this off with a dark color lipstick if you want to add another layer to your makeup. Liv Tyler often topped off her cropped top, floral skirt, and ripped tights combination with a deep red lip. Grungers know how to rock dyed locks. You can either dye all of your hair or just some towards the bottom. Try dark red, maroon, ash blonde, brown, or caramel. You can even go pastel pink, purple, or blue. Just make sure the colors aren't too vibrant.  Gwen Stefani dyed her hair blue, pink, and orange. Angela from My So-Called Life dyed her hair maroon as a first act of grunge rebellion.  Make sure it looks messy and natural. Don't straighten your hair. You don't want it to look like you tried to fix your hair too much. The messier it is, the grungier you will be. No grunge outfit is complete without a great pair of combat boots. Buy them in black, maroon, grey, or brown. You can even buy a patterned pair. They make every grunge outfit look more comfortable and casual. Pair them with a band tee, a floral print skirt, a flannel around your waist, and a pair of holey tights to have the ultimate grunge outfit.  The most popular boot brand was Doc Martens. Girls were seen all over popular culture wearing this iconic footwear. Actresses like Liv Tyler and Winona Ryder wore them and Angela and Rayanne rocked them on My So-Called Life. Even 90s cartoons grunge style icon Jane Lane wore them on Daria. No grunge girl's wardrobe is complete without them.  If you don't like the combat boot style, you can also wear a pair of chunky shoes such as Mary Janes or a pair of canvas shoes such as Converse. Kurt Cobain was known for wearing Converse and Drew Barrymore often wore them with her baggy,...

TL;DR in Russian:

Используйте минимум декоративной косметики. Измените цвет волос. Носите армейские ботинки. Носите шапочку. Добавьте аксессуары.


The guide is called Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. The book and test will cover things such as how to become a citizen and what you need to know about British traditions. It will also talk about British law and government, so you can become acquainted with the culture. In addition, you'll look at British history and events. Read through the book and use it to learn what you need for the exam. You must book the test a week ahead of time, and it does cost a fee. You'll need an email address, an ID, and a debit card to book online. Take the same ID to the test that you booked the test with online. You also need something to prove your address, such as an electricity or water bill, credit card statement, bank statement, a letter from the Home Office that has your name and address on it, or a UK driver's license. You need these documents to take the exam. The government won't let you take it without them, and you will not get your money back. You'll have to go to a test center to take it.  The test should take less than an hour. You will need to answer about 24 questions, usually.  You must get 75 percent of the questions correctly to receive a pass notification letter. You will then submit the letter with your application to settle or your application for citizenship. As you only get one copy of the letter, do not lose it.  If you fail, you can take the test again in a week. However, you do have to book and pay for the test again.

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Купите соответствующий учебник. Освойте имеющуюся в учебнике информацию. Подготовьтесь к тесту. Запишитесь на прохождение теста. Соберите необходимые документы. Пройдите тест.


The guy who asked to borrow your phone, then ran off with it.  The girlfriend who accepted your shower of gifts while cheating on you.  The uncle who tricked your ailing grandmother and stole your inheritance.  The politician that, despite yourself, you almost began to trust, brought down in scandal.  We’ve all been duped, tricked, used, played, and disappointed in life.  It’s how you respond that can make you a cynic.  Optimists toss aside such disappointments as aberrations.  Realists accept them as an unavoidable part of life.  Cynics cling to them as proof that people should be assumed to act selfishly.  A cynic need not espouse a “fatalistic pessimism,” a view that people have to be selfish cheats and liars.  He or she just relies on the evidence that people are that way. Regardless of the actual origins of “Murphy’s Law,” the notion that “anything that can go wrong, will go wrong” sounds like the work of a true cynic.  By holding onto their past frustrations as the proof of true human motives and behavior, cynics come to assume more of the same until proven otherwise (if even then).  While on the subject of famous adages, a cynic would certainly also subscribe to the saying “fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me.”  People have proven themselves selfish and duplicitous so often that, in the cynic’s mind, it is only prudent to assume more of the same. Cynicism began long ago as a philosophical quest for true virtue, and today’s cynic still need not believe that every human being must inexorably be a lying, cheating thief who cares only about himself.  It’s just sensible to start with that assumption.  If you want to train yourself to be a cynic, you need to practice looking for the selfish motives that can (and in the cynic’s mind, most likely do) hide behind any seemingly selfless act. It’s rather simple for us to presume that a politician says she cares about the poor only so she can get their votes, then sells out their interests to the rich and powerful. However, you may need to...

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Сосредоточьтесь на своих разочарованиях. Ожидайте повторения негативного опыта. Сомневайтесь в мотивах всех людей. Открыто высказывайте свое мнение. Старайтесь видеть юмор. Знайте, что вы не одни.


The hair closest to your scalp will not be locked yet, so you will need to identify areas of new growth that are still loose.  Most of this new, loose growth can be saved when using this method. Note that older locks tend to be solid closer to the scalp than newer locks. Also note that this process is the quickest way to remove your locks and will usually take an hour or less. Cut the locks off one at a time with sharp barber scissors, snipping just above the solid portion of each lock. You will likely have between 1 and 2 inches (2.5 and 5 cm) of hair left on your scalp. Once you no longer have any solid dreadlock to deal with, wash your remaining hair well with warm water and shampoo. Rinse well to remove any residue.  Apply conditioner to the hair, as well. A deep conditioner can repair damage and make the detangling process more successful. Washing and conditioning your hair now will make it easier to brush and even it out later, so it is strongly recommended that you do this step before you do any further tidying. Do not dry your hair at this point. Do so only after your hair has been brushed and trimmed. Use a sturdy metal comb to brush out the remaining hair on your scalp, making it as straight as possible. Don't expect your hair to be completely smooth. Frizz is normal, but you need to brush out as many knots and tangles as possible. The remaining hair on your scalp will probably look uneven initially, so you may need to even it out with scissors or clippers. The easiest thing to do is to shave the scalp clean with clippers, but doing so is not strictly necessary.

TL;DR in Russian:

Осмотрите дреды. Отрежьте дредлок у самого корня. Тщательно вымойте голову. Расчешите волосы. Подстригитесь.