Problem: Article: After you've had some practice comparing decimals, this step will no longer be necessary, but writing out the decimals will force you to pay attention to the numbers. You can write the decimals you're comparing out in one of several ways including both side by side, vertical, and table. If you're most comfortable comparing numbers written side-by-side, write the decimals out this way. Most math problems dealing with inequalities are written this way. A side by side decimal comparison would be the following: 0.6 = 0.60 .34 > .10 502.50 < 599.22 2000.00 > .001 You may find it easier to compare decimals by writing each decimal on top of the other, as you would if you were adding them. If you write the numbers vertically, write them so the decimal points line up vertically. Make a grid, filling in each space with a digit or a decimal point, again making sure that the decimal points line up vertically.
Summary: Write out the decimals you're comparing. Write Side-by-side. Compose Vertically. Know how to organize decimals in a table.

Problem: Article: Although bamboo has a rapid growth rate, you only need to prune it once a year if you do a really thorough job. Pruning your bamboo more frequently can actually cause it to send off more shoots. Mark on your calendar when to start pruning and coordinate it with fertilizing. Branches and leaves can cut your skin in a bamboo grove, so it's a good idea to wear sturdy gloves, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt. Wearing sturdy gloves will also make it easier to handle and cut the canes. Nodes are where the pieces of the stem join together. You'll see a slight bump or bulge on the stem shaft indicating this joining. To trim down the height of a bamboo plant, locate a node. Then, position your shears or plant saw right above it and cut across. Making your cut above the node also makes the pruning process easier, as these spots are less thick. Bamboo is very strong and if you cut it at an angle, it can be quite dangerous. Keep your cuts blunt and horizontal to minimize the risk. You should be able to use hand clippers for most cane. However, if the cane is rather large, opt for a pruning hand saw and extension.
Summary: Prune once a year in late summer or early fall to minimize spreading. Wear eye and hand protection. Cut above a node if you are trying to reduce height. Make straight cuts across the bamboo stem.

Problem: Article: The rubbing alcohol will preserve the body of the insect and prevent it from decaying, drying out, or breaking into pieces. The jar should be larger than the insect, but not unnecessarily so. If you put a small insect in a large jar, you'll waste rubbing alcohol. Most rubbing alcohol is a 70% solutionthis should work well for preserving your insects. Stronger rubbing alcoholat 80 or 85%--is also appropriate, as some insects are better preserved with a stronger alcohol. Examples of insects that should be preserved in stronger alcohol include: spiders, scorpions, earthworms, and small insects including lice and silverfish. Make sure that the glass jar has a tight-fitting lid, and does not have any cracks. Keep in mind that soft-bodied insects are most commonly preserved in alcohol. The insect could come from anywhere: a window inside your house, the environment near where you live, or even from a nearby spider's web. You'll want to preserve an insect that is still in decent shape. If the insect has been dead for days and is already decaying and breaking apart, preserving it will be less effective. You can also trap insects yourself through a variety of methods: for example, catching moths and butterflies in a butterfly net. While some would object to the ethics of killing insects simply to preserve them, traps are an effective way to make sure you have dead insects available. When preserving insects, it's important to know which specific species you are dealing with. This is an especially important part of the procedure if you are preserving insects for scientific purposes. The label should include: the genus and species of the insect, the date and location on which the insect was found, and the name of the collector. Tape the completed label to the outside of the alcohol-filled jar. There are many helpful websites that can help you identify the dead insect. Start by checking BugGuide.net or InsectIdentification.org. If these sites aren't helpful, try to contact a local entomologist. Be delicate, and handle the insect carefully: its body will be very fragile and could easily be crushed. It's best if you handle the insect with forceps or a pair of tweezers, as your fingers could break or damage part of the insect. If the insect has a stinger (bees, wasps) or is otherwise poisonous, wear latex gloves when handling the body. Only do this once the body of the insect has settled to the bottom of the jar. Pour the rest of the alcohol in slowly. If you pour too fast, the liquid may damage or break the insect's body. Close and seal the jar, then store it in a safe location. If you're planning on starting a large insect collection, it may be prudent to dedicate an entire tabletop to the jars. Store the insect jars far from food, children, and animals.
Summary: Fill a small glass jar halfway full with rubbing alcohol. Find a dead insect. Identify and label your insect. Carefully put the insect in the jar. Fill the jar the rest of the way with rubbing alcohol.

Problem: Article: If your turn indicator is broken, you will need to signal the left turn with your arm. The following are arm signals for left turns: If you drive on the right side of the road, use your left arm in a straight position to indicate a left turn. If you drive on the left side of the road, extend your right arm out of the window horizontally. Point it down at an angle toward the ground. Your thumb should be pointing toward the ground. If there are several lanes, remember that most turns require you to be in the closest lane to the side of the turn. For example, if you want to turn left, you should be in the left-most lane. Some roads have multiple turning lanes. Ensure you are in the right lane by reading signs on the road and posted nearby. Stop just before the white line, with your wheel straight. Then, when the light changes or there is no traffic from either side, begin turning your wheel to the left to execute the turn. If you turn your wheel prematurely and a car hits you from behind, you can be pushed into oncoming traffic. Traffic going straight almost always has the right of way, even if you aren't required to stop before turning. If you check your right side first, you may find your wheel turning slightly toward the right. Then, press on the gas when you are halfway through the turn, to ensure you have control of the speed of the car. Avoid turning out to the right first, since the angle of your turn may be too wide and place you into oncoming traffic. Your turn signal usually turns off automatically. However, for gently left hand turns you may need to click it upward to turn it off.
Summary:
Turn on your left turn indicator 100 feet (30m) before the left turn you want to make. Get into the turning lane in advance. Stop completely if your turn is at a T-junction or intersection with a stop sign. Yield to oncoming traffic. Look to the left and then to the right. Slow down as you approach the turn. Turn the wheel gently to the left, adjusting as you go. Complete the turn while looking toward the left and center.