Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Recognize that it takes two people to have a political discussion. Change the subject with an apolitical fact or anecdote. Seek out common ground. Redirect the conversation by bringing up something that interests the other person.

Answer: If your relative has not asked you a direct political question, it may be best to ignore the topic and not add to the discussion. Only partake in conversations that you know will remain calm and respectful. You do not have to share your opinion, even if someone else is. You can keep it to yourself to avoid conflict, especially if you know what the hot button issues in your family are. Is it really worth it to respond if your uncle is hassling you about a political candidate you supported on Facebook this election? Sometimes, it's better to simply bite your tongue. Try to remind yourself you're unlikely to change anyone's mind in a brief argument over the holidays. Try to laugh it off if someone is saying something that irks you. You can always rant to friends later on. If a political discussion is beginning, find a way to derail it quickly. You can easily change the subject in an uncomfortable conversation by bringing up something tangentially related that's less loaded. See if you can remember any interesting facts or anecdotes related to a political discussion. Say your Aunt Lesley is loudly discussing her opinions on the United States prison system. Try to think of something less loaded you can insert into the discussion. For example, "Speaking of prison, did you guys see that Orange is the New Black show? It's interesting how Netflix is doing its own original stuff now. Strange how TV is changing." This turns the conversation away from prison altogether. While you're bringing up a show related to prison, that has some political undertones, you're turning the conversation towards changing forms of media rather than the show itself. If you are asked a direct question, and you simply disagree with someone, try to find commonality. You may be able to prevent a conversation from becoming a debate by trying to find something you can agree on. For example, say you're debating climate change. You can say something like, "Look, at the very least, I think we can both agree we should protect the planet, whether global warming is real at not. Why don't we just leave it at that?" Then, try to change the subject. Again, be persistent. Some relatives may be particularly argumentative, so make an effort to shut this down. Just keep repeating yourself, in different ways. For example, "Yes, I know you don't think global warming is manmade, but we both know our planet is important. We can agree on that." If you get stuck in a political argument and cannot get out, try to find something the other person will want to discuss more. You can try to refer back to a previous topic, or you can ask a personal question. People like to talk about themselves, so oftentimes asking personal questions can trigger a topic change. Maybe you know your cousin Sophie is going through a rough breakup. She loves complaining about her ex, but the conversation has turned to religion. You can say something like, "What church did Chris go to again?" She may start ranting about her ex and abandon the politics. You can also find a personal question to ask to derail the conversation. For example, your Uncle Ted has been complaining about the dangers of medical marijuana, a topic that usually sparks debate. He may say something like, "I never wasted my time on drugs when I was young." Try to say something like, "What kind of things did you do for fun in college?"

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: "Reverse" parts of the fraction by factoring out negative numbers. Recognize the difference of two squares when working. Simplify any polynomial expressions. Remember that variables can be factored out as well.

Answer: For example, let's say we have the equation: 3(x-4)5(4-x) Notice how (x-4) and (4-x) are ''almost'' identical, but you can't cross them out because they are reversed. However, (x - 4) can be written as -1 * (4 - x) in the same way that you rewrite (4 + 2x) as 2 * (2 + x). This is called "factoring out the negative." -1 * 3(4-x)5(4-x) Now we can easily remove the two identical (4-x): -1 * 3(4-x)5(4-x) Leaving us with our final answer -3/5 The difference of two squares is simply one squared number subtracted by another, like the expression (a2 - b2). The difference of perfect squares always simplifies into two parts, adding and subtracting the square roots. In every case, you can simplify the difference of perfect square as follows: a2 - b2 = (a+b)(a-b) This can be incredibly helpful when trying to find like terms in algebraic fractions. Example: x2 - 25 = (x+5)(x-5) Polynomials are complex algebraic expressions with more than two terms, like x2 + 4x + 3. Luckily, many polynomials can be simplified using polynomial factorization. The previous expression, for example, can be rewritten as (x+3)(x+1). This is especially helpful in expressions with exponents, like x4 + x2. You can remove the largest exponent as a factor. In this case, x4 + x2 = x2(x2 + 1).

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Always be prepared to meet a new girl. Dress neatly, in a fashion that reflects your personality. Figure out where the girls are. Look like you have a purpose, besides picking up girls.

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If you are looking to pick to girls, it helps to be mentally and physically prepared to do so. Before you go out, have a few funny anecdotes lined up, should the opportunity to talk to a girl arise. Continually scan your environment for suitable candidates; you never know when a hottie is going to wander by. Pay attention to your surroundings so that when an opportunity arises for small talk, you can quickly think up an icebreaker comment about something nearby. If you are a slacker dressed in a business suit, the disconnect between your personality and your clothing is going to come across very quickly in conversation and confuse the girl, or make her uncomfortable. Dress in a way that advertises the kind of person you are, but do choose the nicest clothes of your preferred type that you have available. At very least, make sure that your clothing and hair are clean and presentable. If you've got a few extra bucks to spend, invest in a new pair of shoes. If you want to pick up girls, you need to go to where they are. Choose a place with a lot of foot traffic to hang out, such as a street with many restaurants, the sidewalk outside of a popular coffee shop, or the arcade in front of a big bookstore. Also, plan your search for a time of day when the girls who walk by are likely to have a bit of time to spare. People who are rushing to get to work or or an early class are unlikely to be in the mood to stop and chat. Aim for the lunch hour, or mid-morning, when many people go out for a coffee break. Most women will be put off by a man (or woman) slouching on a street corner, calling out to various girls as they walk by. No one enjoys being harassed in the street! Your advance will seem far less threatening and contrived if it appears you are busy or out running errands. Even though you may actually just be walking around aimlessly looking for girls, it's best to have some kind of destination in mind, in case an opportunity for conversation or an invitation arises ("I was just on my way to the Farmer's market, would you care to join me?") You can also try "getting lost" in the vicinity of a known destination, so you can ask a girl for directions. ("I was just looking for the Apple store, but seem to be turned around. Can you help me out?")