In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: It is also possible to directly compare the point of time of two dates, although any of the previous approaches are likely to be more readable and so preferable. This will be a comparison of two primitive data types, so it can be done with "<", ">", and "==". Before you can compare the dates, you must create long integers with the data from the previously created Date objects. Luckily, the getTime() method will do most of the work for you. long time1 = getTime(date1); //declares primitive time1 from date1 long time2 = getTime(date2); //declares primitive time2 from date2 Use the less than symbol (<) to compare these two integer values. Since time1 is less than time 2, the first message should print. The else statement is included for proper syntax. if(time1 < time2){ System.out.println("date1 is before date2"); //will print since time1 <time2 } else{ System.out.println("date1 is not before date2"); } Use the greater than symbol (>) to compare these two integer values. Since time1 is greater than time 2, the first message should print. The else statement is included for proper syntax. if(time2 > time1){ System.out.println("date2 is after date1"); //will print since time2 > time1 } else{ System.out.println("date2 is not after date1"); } Use the symbol to check for equality (==) to compare these two integer values for equality. Since time1 is equal to time3, the first message should print. If the program gets to the else statement, that means the times are not equal. if(time1 == time2){ System.out.println("the dates are equal"); } else{ System.out.println("the dates are not equal"); //will print since time1 != time2 }
Summary: Use getTime. Create the long time objects. Do a less than comparison. Do a greater than comparison. Do an equals comparison.

Run the Brussels sprouts under cold water, removing any yellow leaves. Then, cut off the stems to help them cook. Drizzle them with the black pepper, olive oil, and 3/4 tsp. (4 g) of the salt. This will combine the flavors and will cook them evenly. After 30 minutes, start checking to see if they're tender by piercing them with a fork. Shake the pan from time to time to ensure that they cook more evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 tsp. (1 g) of salt on the Brussels sprouts and enjoy them while they're hot.
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One-sentence summary -- Preheat your oven to 400F (204C). Wash and trim the Brussels sprouts. Season the Brussels sprouts in a bowl. Toss the Brussels sprouts to coat them evenly and place them in a single layer in a baking pan. Roast the Brussels sprouts for 35-40 minutes or until they're tender. Serve.

Problem: Article: A proof starts with a statement of given information which is known as the hypothesis statement. You will need to provide a list of relevant information as well as evidence to support each statement. You will need to make a chart, which generally has two columns. This first column will contain your statements, while the second will provide your evidence. Be sure that the final line in your statement column always matches the hypothesis statement. The middle rows will be where you show your work while you're solving the problem. All of the statements you provide, as well as your supporting evidence, should always refer back to the figures that are described by the hypothesis statement. Use all of the details that are supplied by the hypothesis. Be sure to draw the figure big enough so that you can easily make out these details. Label all of the points that are described and be sure to include any information from the statement regarding parallel lines or congruent angles. For any problem, you will be given some information about the measures of the angles and the sides of the two triangles you are trying to prove similar. The first step in identifying the correct theorem to use is writing down the information you already know. If no diagram is provided, draw the triangles and then label their angles and sides with the given information. Once you have written down your given information and learned the three possible theorems that could apply, choose the one that matches the information given. It's okay if multiple theorems apply, just choose one for your proof. If none of these theorems match the given information then the triangles are not similar. Devise a strategy to solve the proof. There are three different postulates, or mathematical theories, which apply to similar triangles. Any one of these will provide sufficient evidence to prove that the triangles in question are similar. Gather your givens and relevant theorems and write the proof in a step-by-step fashion.
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Study the format of a formal proof. Develop a hypothesis to solve the problem, or complete the proof. Draw a diagram of the figures that are described in the hypothesis, if an illustration has not already been provided. Write down the given information. Choose the theorem that fits the given information. Write the proof.