[Q]: Which of the following solutions is better for the following goal:
How do I remove sharpie or permanent marker from a wood table?

OPTIONS:
- Use a wet rag to remove any wet ink from the surface of a wood. Then pour rubbing alcohol on a cloth and use it to clean the stain.
- Use a wet rag to remove fresh sharpie or marker marks from the wood surface. Then use fine sandpaper, and rub it against the stain.

[A]: Use a wet rag to remove any wet ink from the surface of a wood. Then pour rubbing alcohol on a cloth and use it to clean the stain.

[Q]: Which of the following solutions is better for the following goal:
how to cut flower stems before vasing?

OPTIONS:
- with a butcher knife, straight across, and with chopping motions
- cut stems underwater, with a sharp knife, and at an angle.

[A]: cut stems underwater, with a sharp knife, and at an angle.

[Q]: Which of the following solutions is better for the following goal:
how ot make mashed potatoes with skin

OPTIONS:
- Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add peeled potatoes, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain potatoes, and transfer to a bowl. Add butter, and mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until potatoes are starting to become smooth. Add milk and sour cream, and mix to your desired texture.
- Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add unpeeled potatoes, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain potatoes, and transfer to a bowl. Add butter, and mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until potatoes are starting to become smooth. Add milk and sour cream, and mix to your desired texture.

[A]: Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add unpeeled potatoes, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain potatoes, and transfer to a bowl. Add butter, and mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until potatoes are starting to become smooth. Add milk and sour cream, and mix to your desired texture.

[Q]: Which of the following solutions is better for the following goal:
How can I store batteries for later use?

OPTIONS:
- Make sure the batteries are placed in a dry place, with no direct light if possible. In addition, cooling/freezing the batteries can prevent its charge from being depleted over time.
- Remove the batteries from the electronics if currently inserted, then place them away in a storage container. Place the storage container in a heated area, with moderate to normal humidity.

[A]:
Make sure the batteries are placed in a dry place, with no direct light if possible. In addition, cooling/freezing the batteries can prevent its charge from being depleted over time.