Put on a pair of jeans or pants that you will wear frequently with a belt. These pants should not be too loose or too tight so that you will be able to get an accurate measurement of your waist. The most important thing is to choose a pair of pants that fit how your pants usually fit. You want to get a belt that will fit with the pants you normally wear. While you are wearing the pants, thread a fabric measuring tape through the belt loops of the pants. Pinch the two sides together where they meet in front. This number will be your normal waist measurement. Breathe in deeply and out fully. The measuring tape should expand slightly. Let yourself account for a little extra wiggle room when you exhale so your belt doesn't get too tight when you breathe. Check to make sure that the measuring tape is in the middle or bottom of the belt holes, instead of flush with the top. Read the measurement in the mirror or mark the point where the two sides of the measuring tape meet with a safety pin. Remove the tape from the loops and read the measurement. Add two inches to the measurement. This is your belt size. For example, if the measuring tape reads 38 inches (96.5cm), you want to purchase a 40-inch belt. You need to add two inches because the measurement of your waist only accounts for the direct circumference of your waist. But the length of a belt does more than that it includes additional length that must overlap to a certain extent at the buckle. The two added inches give you the wiggle room you need for a well-fitting belt. Since many belts are sold by size (small, medium, large, etc.) rather than measurement, it may be necessary for you to view a sizing chart that can help you determine the correct size. Men and women's belts are typically sized differently since women are often more petite in size than men. Men's small belts usually corresponds to a 30 inch (76.2cm) waist, while a women's small usually fits a 28 inch waist. Men's large belts usually fit a 36 inch (91.4cm) waist, while a women's large typically corresponds to a 32 inch waist.
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One-sentence summary -- Wear pants that fit well. Use a fabric measuring tape. Find your measurement. Consult a universal size chart.

Q: To ensure that the oven is hot enough to bake the sea bass, it's important to heat it beforehand. Set the oven to the proper, and allow it to fully preheat.
A: Preheat the oven to 450F (230C).

Article: Get into the habit of checking the batteries routinely. At least once a month, the batteries in an electric golf cart will need to be refilled with distilled water. You should also clean the terminals and take the time to inspect the components for damage. Check the batteries frequently until you're sure how much water they use. In warmer months, the batteries need to be refilled more frequently. Always inspect and recharge the batteries after storing the cart over the winter. Check for any acid leaks. You may notice a dripping liquid and distortions in the battery casing. If you see this, you will need to replace your battery. If you see a crack, you can try sealing it with an acid-resistant, non-flammable adhesive such as epoxy glue. Stay safe. If you are worried about the condition of your batteries, replace them. Frayed cables are electrical hazards and should be dealt with before operating the cart again. Twist the nuts on the end clamps counterclockwise to remove them. Replace them with new battery cables purchased from an auto parts store. If the nuts are difficult to remove, they may be corroded in place. Twist them off with pliers, but be careful not to touch any other metal until you're done. Unfortunately, batteries do wear out over time. If you suspect your batteries have an issue, you can test them by clamping a multimeter to the terminals. A low voltage can signify that your battery needs to be replaced. Search for your battery model online to figure out the recommended voltage level if you are unsure about it.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Check the batteries once a month. Examine the batteries for signs of damage. Replace any frayed cables immediately. Test the batteries with a multimeter.

Problem: Article: If you're stuck on a long shopping trip, you're there with someone else who's doing things that don't interest you. Excuse yourself by telling the other person you're going to have a look around, and agree on a meeting place and time to get back together. Head off and distract yourself any way you can. Even when nothing seems interesting, you can usually find things to look at. Try reading nutrition labels or looking at brand icons in a supermarket, for example. Don't forget, you can also go outside the building and see what the back lot looks like. Be sure the person you're with hears and understands you when you set a place and time. Ask them to recite it back to you so you know you're both on the same page about the location in particular. If you're young enough, you can usually get away with sitting down in a corner and actually playing with die-cast cars or other small toys inside a store. Don't expect to get away with this if you're a teenager or older, though. Between phones and handheld game consoles like the Nintendo 3DS, there are many games available to play on the go. Prepare ahead of time and bring along an alternate game or two in case you get stuck on one. If you can't find a good place to sit and play your game, check for benches outside the front of the building, or chairs in the back near restrooms and fitting rooms. As with console games at home, don't forget that there are several older handheld systems available for relatively little money, most of which had many fun games made for them. You don't have to buy a top-of-the-line system to have fun.
Summary: Explore. Play a pocket game.

Article: Wash your entire face and scrub your hands well, since you'll be using your fingers during this process. If you're wearing any lipstick or lip gloss, remove it before proceeding. You want to begin with completely clean lips. Take a damp washcloth and rub it gently over your lips, going back and forth over them several times. This will remove any dead skin cells. Scoop one tablespoon of Vaseline into a small container. Mix in two drops of cinnamon leaf essential oil (if you aren't familiar with essential oils, you can buy them in most grocery stores on the health and wellness aisle). Make sure you are using cinnamon leaf oil, not cinnamon bark oil. Mixing with a toothpick is a handy trick. Cinnamon oil is a natural product and doesn't generally cause any side effects to the skin. However, if your skin is very sensitive, or you are pregnant or nursing, it is suggested that you consult a physician before trying this method. Cinnamon oil, when applied to the lips, can also reduce anxiety associated with motion sickness while traveling. Another bonus it freshens your breath Rub it gently on your lips for 2 to 3 minutes, and then allow it to sit on your lips. You'll feel a slight tingling sensation, which is completely normal. The cinnamon mildly irritates the skin on your lips, causing them to redden and swell slightly, producing that tingly feeling. If you feel a burning, uncomfortable sensation rather than a tingling one, remove the mixture completely from your lips and start over, creating the mixture with 1 drop of cinnamon leaf oil rather than 2. After a few more minutes pass with the mixture on your lips, you'll notice your lips slowly start to plump and redden slightly, creating a very natural looking pout. This effect will last several hours. Once the effect wears off, you can reapply your mixture as needed, using it just like a lip gloss.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Start clean. Create your mixture. Apply your mixture. Wear the mixture as a lip gloss.