In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Start Excel on your computer and start with a blank sheet so that there is no other information to distract you. For this calculation we would enter the current date, most recent payment date, DCC, par value, and coupon rate. Put these variables on separate lines down the first column of the spreadsheet. "Current date" goes in A1. "Coupon rate" lands in A5. Next to each variable name input the actual values. Make sure that these values are entered correctly. In other words, the dates are entered as dates, percentages as percentages, and monetary values as such. Otherwise, the program will not calculate the result properly. In our example, we use the following variables: 3/31/2016 as the current date in cell B1. 1/31/2016 as the last payment date in cell B2. 0 as the DCC in cell B3. This indicates that we are using the 30/360 DCC. Inputting 1 indicates the actual/actual DCC. $1000 as the par value in cell B4. 6% as the coupon rate in cell B5. The function needed to calculate bond accrued interest is known as the YEARFRAC function. Click on a nearby empty cell and type "=YEARFRAC(" to get started. The system will prompt you to input variables. Click on cell B2. Type in a comma to move to the next variable. Click on cell B1. Type in a comma to move to the next variable. Click on cell B3. Close the function with a parenthesis. In the same cell as the function, after you've closed the function, you must multiply it by your other two variables. Simply type in "*B4*B5" directly after the function, with no spaces anywhere. Your completed entry into this cell should look like this: =YEARFRAC(B2,B1,B3)*B4*B5 The program will solve your equation when you press enter on the cell that contains your function. Be sure to adjust the type of number in the cell to "currency" by selecting it at the top of the page under "number." This will ensure that your answer is displayed correctly. In the example, this function yields $10, which is exactly the same as it was in our manual calculation.
Summary: Open Excel and create a new sheet. Enter the names of the variables in the first column. Input the variables. Create the YEARFRAC function, and input the values. Multiply the function by the par value and coupon rate. Press enter and get your answer.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Take four heads of garlic that have been cut in half horizontally, and place them on a piece of foil. Drizzle 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of olive oil over the garlic halves, and sprinkle a pinch of a salt over them. You can omit the salt if you're trying to limit sodium in your diet. Once the garlic halves are covered with the oil and salt, put them back together to form a full head. Tuck four sprigs of thyme among them, and fold the foil up around the garlic to create a sealed pouch. If you aren't a fan of thyme, you can substitute rosemary or omit the herbs entirely. Place the foil pouch with the garlic inside your slow cooker. Turn the heat setting to low, and allow the garlic to cook until it is caramelized, which should take approximately six hours.
Summary: Season the garlic. Seal the garlic in foil with thyme. Cook the garlic in the slow cooker until caramelized.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Cut the butter into small cubes first, then put it into a small saucepan. Place the saucepan onto the stove, and turn the heat up to medium. Wait for the butter to melt, stirring it occasionally. Stir the butter and flour constantly as it's cooking to prevent scorching. Stir the sauce as you pour the milk so that it blends in. Once you have the milk stirred in, place the saucepan back onto the stove, and set the heat back to medium. Cook the sauce until it comes to a boil. Stir it often. Take the saucepan off the stove, and stir in part of the cheese. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan from time to time to ensure that everything mixes in evenly. Save the remaining cup (50 grams) of cheese for later. If you have not already done so, wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them as thinly as your can. Spread a third of them across the bottom of your dish, overlapping the edges slightly. Repeat the potato, salt, pepper, and sauce layers two more times. Spread it as evenly as you can over the top of your potatoes. When the cheese bakes, it will form a melted, crusty layer on top. They are ready when they turn tender and golden. If the top of your potatoes start to burn, cover the dish with a sheet of aluminum foil; this will allow the potatoes to continue baking without getting burnt. They are a great size dish for just about any meat dish. They are also easily transported, making them perfect for picnics, potlucks, and parties.
Summary:
Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour, then cook it for about 2 minutes, or until it starts to bubble. Take the saucepan off the stove, then slowly stir in the milk. Cook the mixture over medium heat until it starts to boil. Stir in 1 cups (150 grams) of cheese. Spread a third of your potatoes across the bottom of the dish. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper, then pour a third of the cheese sauce over them. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Bake the potatoes, uncovered, for 1 hour. Allow the potatoes to cool slightly before serving them.