instruction:
In this task the focus is on physical knowledge about the world. Given the provided goal task in the input, describe a process that would lead to the asked outcome. This process often involves physical motions with objects, such as moving them, arranging them in a certain way, mixing them, shaking them, etc. 
question:
To protect vinyl from the heat of the iron when ironing down the seams
answer:
Cover the vinyl with a piece of paper.


question:
To extend the shelf life of lettuce,
answer:
wrap it in paper towels before storing it in a bag.


question:
To make a sponge last longer by killing the germs in it.
answer:

Clean the sponge in the microwave. Make sure the sponge is wet and microwave on high for one minute to kill bacteria.