Q: The first is depreciation, the reduction in the value of the car over the term of the lease. The second is financing, the amount that you pay for the use of the car. It is computed on the amount the leasing company invested to purchase it. The third is sales tax, which is added to the monthly lease payment in many U.S. states and in Canada. Choose a vehicle based on the amount it will depreciate rather than the sales price of the car. Your lease payment is dependent on how much your car depreciates during the lease period. Cars depreciate at different rates, and some models lose much more of their value than others in the first few years of use. When considering an auto lease, shop for a vehicle focusing on the amount a vehicle will depreciate during the lease term rather than the initial sale value of the car. If you are the lessor (or person who is leasing the car to someone else), you want to purchase the car that best retains its purchase price; that is, a car with a low depreciation. Many people know they can negotiate on the sale price of a new car but think they have to pay the advertised price for a lease. Look for special offers from dealers and lease at a time of year when they want to reduce their inventory, such as when new models are arriving in September. Note that you can also lease used cars, especially those coming off their first lease term.
A: Learn the three main components of a lease payment. Shop smart. Negotiate aggressively.

Article: This quick, no-cook recipe is a great go-to choice when you don't want to spend much time putting your clay together. All you need are the following supplies: 2 cups cornstarch 1 cup white school glue Food coloring (gel or liquid) Bowl
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Gather your supplies.

Problem: Article: When you remove the toy from the mesh bag, you might find that the washing machine has left the stuffed toy lumpy or bumpy. Before letting it dry, check for any balled up batting. Gently work it out with your fingers and fluff while it's still damp for best results. Most stuffed toys should be air dried. A dryer's heat, even on low, can melt or damage any glue, plastic, or even the fabric of the stuffed toy. Lay it out on a dry towel, or use a clamp hanger or S-hooks to hang it. If you have any concern about allergies, hang the stuffed animal inside so it won't pick up any pollen or other allergens. Note well, however, that direct sunlight is an efficient dryer, and the sun's ultraviolet light also has disinfectant properties. Use a dental pick to pick out knots in the fur, or a fine comb to give it a little more fluff. If the toy isn't too fragile, you could tumble it in the dryer with a few towels for ten minutes for added fluff and softness, but make sure it's set to no heat. Double check to make sure everything is stitched, no threads need to be cut, and that the toy is in good shape, and return it clean and fresh to your youngster.
Summary: Reshape the stuffed animal. Hang dry. Primp and return to your child.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you always said yes to requests in the past, it may take a while for other people to get used to your boundaries. When someone asks for more help than you can give, gently remind them of the conversation you had with them, and tell them again why you can't agree to their request. It's fine to say something like, "I wish I could help, but like I told you last week, I'm already so busy at work that I can't commit to anything else right now." Don't assume that people are intentionally disrespecting your boundaries they may have simply forgotten. Other people will respect your boundaries as much as you respect them yourself. By sticking to the boundaries you decided on, you'll give others the message that you're serious, and they'll stop asking for things you can't deliver. It's OK to be flexible about your boundaries. Relationships are fluid, and circumstances change. But if you decide to make an exception, be clear about why you're doing it, and don't let it become the norm. Some people may try to make you feel guilty because they feel entitled to your help. Recognize this for the manipulation tactic it is. Setting boundaries you're comfortable with is your right, not something you have to apologize for. As you practice standing up for yourself, it will become easier to maintain your boundaries without feeling guilty about it. To make it easier, bite down on your lip after you have delivered your message. This is a physical reminder not to ramble on with explanations or justifications. State your case and wait for their response. You do not need to justify yourself or give excuses for your decisions. If someone keeps bothering you, just repeatedly say "No" or end the conversation. If a friend or family member refuses to acknowledge your boundaries or tries to manipulate you into doing what they want, think about whether you'd be better off cutting ties with that person. Someone who doesn't care about your well-being may not deserve a place in your life. If you decide the relationship isn't worth keeping, you might tell the person, "I have enjoyed spending time with you, but I can't continue to be friends with someone who refuses to respect my boundaries." If the person isn't someone you can distance yourself from, let them know that not respecting your boundaries will have consequences. For example, you might say to your sister, "If you cannot respect my privacy, I will stop confiding in you. I want us to be able to share, but I also do not want my business spread throughout the family."

SUMMARY: Remind people about your new boundaries if you need to. Be consistent. Avoid backing down or apologizing. Know when to walk away from a relationship.

Q: Bring your 2-liter bottle of Diet Coke, your pack of Mentos, your masking tape, and your safety goggles to wherever you've decided to build your rocket. Place the strips of tape on a flat surface, with their sticky sides facing up. Do not allow them to stick together. The more Mentos you use, the better the explosion; however, you don't want to the Mentos to dip too far into the Diet Coke otherwise the explosion may begin before you can screw the lid on the bottle. They should look just as they did when they were still in their original packaging: stacked on top of one another like a roll of coins. Be sure to leave the sides of the Mentos exposed. You'll use this piece to attach the Mentos to the bottle cap, so ensure that it's small enough to fit inside the cap. Take the 3-inch strip of sticky rolled tape that you've just created and attach it to the top of the taped roll of Mentos. This will create a "loaded" Mentos cartridge that you can place inside the Diet Coke bottle. Put the cap on a flat surface, with its inside facing upwards. Place the Mentos cartridge, sticky-tape side up, into the soda cap and press down to fasten it there. Be careful not to press too hard, as you don't want any Mentos falling out of the cartridge! This step is optional. If you're worried about the Mentos prematurely falling into the Diet Coke, you can secure the cartridge by running one more piece of masking tape around the entire roll, including the cap.
A:
Gather your materials. Cut 2 4-inch (10.2-centimeter) strips of masking tape. Remove 5 to 7 Mentos from the roll. Lay the Mentos on to one of the 4-inch (10.2-centimeter) strips of tape. Place the other 4-inch (10.2-centimeter) strip of tape on top of the Mentos. Cut a 3-inch (7.62-centimeter) strip of masking tape and roll it around your finger, sticky side out. Attach the rolled tape to the top of the Mentos. Fasten the Mentos cartridge into the bottom of the Diet Coke cap. Double tape the cartridge to the cap.