Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep uncut, unripe avocados at room temperature. For cut, sliced, or mashed avocados, use lemon juice. If bad becomes worse, puree your avocado and freeze it. Monitor the stages of ripeness.

Answer: Putting them in the refrigerator is a no-no. They will not ripen in cold temperatures. If you do absolutely nothing (apart from placing it on your countertop) your avocado may take up to six days to ripen. You can place the avocado in the refrigerator if you want to delay ripening; it will keep longer there than on the counter. A day or two before you need it, take it back out and ripen in a bag as noted above. Even if it's in guacamole form, sprinkle a bit of lemon, lime, or even orange juice (so long as it's fresh!) over your avocado. The acid will slow the browning process (otherwise known as oxidation), prolonging your avocado's life. If you're starting to see brown, you don't need to throw it all away. Just scoop out the brown parts and get to using the rest before it goes, too. If your avocado is cut in half and not mashed or chopped, you can avoid flavoring it with lemon by simply running water over the cut surface, and putting it in the fridge. It will look worse than with lemon juice, but that's a skin that actually keeps the rest of it fresh for longer. The thin browning skin peels back easily, and you have a fresh, avocado-flavored avocado. If your avocado is prime time to be used, but your schedule just isn't allowing it, puree it and put it in the freezer. Don't freeze it whole, the taste will disintegrate. You can then still use the avocado for dips and spreads, etc. Obviously, your avocado is best if not frozen. This should be a measure taken only if it cannot be eaten fresh. Alternatively, you can also pickle cubed avocado to preserve it if frozen mashed avocado doesn't appeal to you. Hopefully you've had a few days to bond with your avocados. If you've been watching them, you'll have a good grasp on how far along in the process they are. At different stages, they'll yield different results. If your avocado is just starting to turn ripe, it will be less directed by heat. You can grill or bake it more easily. If your avocado took a while to ripen but finally did, it should produce slices that will do well in salads and salsas. The firm slices will look beautiful on your dishes! If you have a bunch of ripe avocados, turn 'em all into something cream-based. Think flans, ice cream, or cheesecakes. An excuse to experiment!

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Avoid risky places and times. Cooperate when pulled over. Be courteous but do not offer up information. Ask to talk to an attorney. Decline to take field sobriety tests. Make an informed choice about taking the breath test.

Answer: Police officers watch for drunk drivers on main roads near bars, concert halls, sports stadiums, and other adult entertainment venues. This is especially true in the late evening and early morning, when people are driving home from a night out. The risk of a DUI conviction is higher in these situations, even if you're within the legal blood alcohol limit. If an officer pulls you over, demonstrate that you are in control and aware of the situation. Turn off the car, turn on the interior light if it is dark out, and put your hands on the steering wheel. An officer at a traffic stop asks questions to determine whether there is cause to arrest you. Answer politely, but without offering any incriminating information. If the officer asks you how much you drank, say "I can't recall the exact amount." or "I would rather not say." If you lie about the amount and the breathalyzer proves you wrong, it will be difficult to beat the charge. A small number of states such as New York and Maryland allow you to call an attorney before taking the test. If you take too long to do this, the officer can force you to make a decision: take the test, or refuse. Your attorney can advise you based on the details of your situation. Careful if your state does not allow this, the officer may try to interpret your request as refusal to take the test. If you do not know the relevant law, complying at this point is the safest option. If you were drinking within the last hour, delaying might not help you; your BAC (blood alcohol content) could still be rising. If you were drinking heavily or without food, BAC could rise for two hours after your last drink. If an officer asks you to step out of your car, you must comply. However, in most states, you do not have to submit to field sobriety tests, such as standing on one leg or following a pen with your eyes. Ask the officer if field sobriety tests are voluntary and, if their answer is "yes", respectfully decline to take part. Three tests correctly determine sobriety level 90% of the time: following an object with your eyes; walking in a straight line, then turning and walking back; and standing on one leg for thirty seconds. Any other tests could be more subjective, and risky to take even if you're sober. Every U.S. state has "implied consent" laws, which makes BAC testing mandatory for everyone with a driver's license. Refusal to use the breathalyzer may lead to harsher penalties than a first-time DUI offense. If there are any other signs of intoxication, you could be charged with DUI anyway in addition to those penalties. There are some situations where refusal is worth considering, but rarely correct: You can refuse the roadside test (preliminary breath test or "PBT") with less severe consequences, but there's not much point. The result cannot be used in court, and refusal will not prevent the officer taking you to the station. If the officer has no reasonable grounds to think you are drunk, you could refuse, then challenge the ruling in court to reverse your punishment. The odds are not in your favor with this option. If you are extremely drunk, you could be charged under your state's "aggravated DUI" law for a very high BAC (the cutoff is between 0.15 and 0.18 in most states). The severe legal consequences for refusing the test may still be milder than an aggravated DUI conviction.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Find a food vendor close to you where practical. Look for grocery outlets in your area. Look for local farmers' markets. Buy specialty food items online. Take bags with you to the store, market or shop. .

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If you need to stock up on food, food vendors are the places to go. There are lots of different styles and specialty stores, and some may be more appropriate for you, given what it is you're looking for. You probably shouldn't go looking for sushi-grade salmon at Walmart, and you probably shouldn't expect to find super-cheap saltines at the Natural Food Co-Op. Learn what different places specialize in and shop for different foods at the right place. Chain groceries and box stores like Safeway, Kroger, Sainsbury's, and Woolworth's, Tesco, New World, etc specialize in affordable perishable and nonperishable food. Box stores like Walmart, Meijer, Target, and other chains also have grocery sections that are expansive and usually cheap. These are good places to visit for name-brand goods and find deals. Natural groceries and specialty vendors may be the best place to visit for local produce, fresh vegetables, and raw ingredients, but they tend to be more expensive than chain stores. You're paying for quality. Food cooperatives are common in some places, allowing you to buy in to a partial ownership of the store and decide what should be stocked. If required, check out bulk suppliers - these used to be called Cash and Carry. You may need to buy a membership card, but you could save money if you need to buy food in bulk. Corner stores, convenience stores, dairies and local shops are good places for prepared food, snacks, and alcohol, but not great places to find fresh vegetables or fruits unless you have no other option. Grocery outlets supply overstocked off-brand food that can be purchased for much cheaper than at regular grocery stores. Amelia's and ALDI are common examples of this, offering a somewhat limited variety of fresh and non-perishable foods for much cheaper than at the bigger stores. You don't have the same variety, so it's not the place to go looking for super-specific ingredients, but it's a good place to find staples, like cooking oil, sugar, or vinegar. It's also a good place for things like snack crackers, bread, and other off-brand goods. By far where practical, the best place to find quality produce where you live is to find out about local farmers' markets. Typically held on weekends, farmers' markets combine a festival-like atmosphere with outdoor stalls and extremely fresh produce. Depending on the climate, this might only happen during the harvest season, but some markets go year-round in certain climates. These are excellent places to get fresh fruits, organic vegetables, and local meat raised in a humane way. Markets also give you a chance to see and interact with the people who grow, prepare, and sell your food. It's a lot more personal than buying cookies at the corner store. Markets are also a good place to find out about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) in your area, if applicable. Many booths may offer CSA packages, which allow you to buy into the farm, essentially paying an up-front or a monthly price for a package of fresh vegetables that you can pick up or have delivered. Like anything, it's also possible to buy certain specialty ingredients online and have it delivered. This can be an excellent choice if you live somewhere very remote and struggle to find access to certain ingredients or fresh supplies in your area. Everything from organic gummy bears to bulk bags of caraway seeds and jasmine rice can be had for decent prices online. Coffee co-ops are very popular online options, letting you buy in and "subscribe" to a coffee club that will deliver high-quality whole beans directly to your door. If you're a coffee-food eater, it's a no-brainer. Citrus delivery doesn't have to be reserved for Christmas-time. Since citrus can only grow in limited climates, having high-quality oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes delivered straight to your door is another great option if this happens where you live. Increasingly, stores are charging for the use of plastic or paper bags, making it much more cost-effective to buy one and take it with you when food shopping. It's also cutting down a lot on waste to get rid of those 20 useless plastic bags that come home with you every time you head to the store. Invest in five or six good quality tote-bags and keep them in your car, or near the front door so you'll remember them when you head to the store. o to a restaurant. Sometimes, you just don't feel like cooking. While it's usually more cost-effective to cook meals at home and get more bang for your buck, if you're solo it can be a whole lot easier buy food buy going out for a sandwich than to buy a bunch of ingredients to cook at home. One always-easy way of buying food is to buy it already made at the restaurant.