Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Earn a 4-year college degree in a relevant field. Determine if you need to take a pre-licensing training course. Register for and complete a pre-licensing training course if necessary. Take the state insurance licensing exam.

Answer: Although most life insurance agencies don't have a formal education requirement, many prefer to hire college graduates. Consider earning a degree in a relevant field to make yourself a more competitive job candidate. Examples of relevant fields to earn a degree in might include marketing, business, or management. Any degree or certification that shows that you're familiar with principles of marketing, business, and finance will make you a more competitive and qualified candidate. Most states require life insurance agents to have completed a pre-licensing training course. Find out about your state's licensing and education requirements by contacting the relevant state government department (e.g., Department of Insurance). Find out if you must complete a minimum number of hours of classroom instruction in areas like life insurance and health insurance, and ask if your state has a list of approved providers of life insurance education that you must complete training with. Inquire about continuing education requirements. For example, how often must you renew your license and what courses must you complete before renewal? If your state requires it, register for a pre-licensing training course and complete it. Make sure you complete the course with a state-approved education provider. Most states, like Nebraska and California, will post all the relevant information about course requirements, including a list of pre-approved providers, on their Department of Insurance's website. Would-be agents are usually required to complete 20 hours of a training course, 7.5 hours of which must be in-person. A typical course may cost between $100 and $200. After you've finished your training course, apply to take the licensing exam with your state's Department of Insurance. You can register to take the exam online or over telephone, but you have to take the exam in person at an official test center. Note that some states also require license applicants to be sponsored by an employer. Check your state's restrictions and guidelines before applying to take the exam. The exam will test your general knowledge of policies, state laws regarding insurance, and general knowledge about insurance concepts and terms. Request a list of recommended study aids from the agency that handles licensing and education for insurance agents to help you pass the exam. The test can be completed in 1 multi-hour sitting and you will be charged a small convenience fee for taking the test in the testing center.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Purchase a floor gap fixer tool. Remove the protective backing from the adhesive face of the block. Position the block 1 inch (2.5cm) from the end of one of the displaced planks. Work your way toward the center of the floor and away from the wall. Tap the end of the block with a mallet to close the gap. Repeat with any remaining gaps.

Answer: These days, many companies sell special devices designed to make it easier to close small gaps in hardwood and laminate flooring. These most often take the form of small, heavy rectangular blocks. The blocks feature an adhesive rubber face that provides traction to maneuver the slipped plank back into place with a few taps of a mallet. You can find floor gap fixers at most major home improvement centers or online for around $40-60. If you're trying to keep spending to a minimum for your repair project, try making your own floor gap fixer tool by coating one side of a 4x4 with double-sided tape. Peel the plastic covering away to expose the tacky rubber pad underneath. This surface will be used to grip the laminate plank while you force it back into place manually. The adhesive pad of the floor gap fixer is reusable, as long as it's properly cleaned between projects. Situate the tool in the center of either plank, then press down firmly on the topside with both hands to anchor it. It should stick to the plank securely enough to prevent slipping or scooting while you work. Once you get started, you'll the shift the plank in the direction of the gap to close it off. Avoid removing the block once it's in place unless it's absolutely necessary, as this may weaken the hold of the adhesive pad. When using the floor gap fixer, it's generally best to inch the problem plank towards the center of the floor, rather than outward towards the wall. This will ensure that the far end remains concealed by the baseboard. If you go towards the wall instead, you may end up having to deal with gaps in adjacent planks as a result. When correcting more than one plank in the same row, it may be necessary to also move the neighboring planks inward to keep the spacing consistent and avoid making the gap worse. Steady the tool with one hand and give the side furthest from the gap a couple whacks to move the loose plank closer to the one it's drifted away from. It should slide along a few millimeters at a time. Continue tapping the block until the plank rests snugly against its neighbor. Be careful not to strike the block too forcefully. This could dislodge it, or even damage the underside of the flooring. After successfully closing the gap, simply pull up the floor gap fixer to remove it. Use the block and mallet to repair any other slipped planks that have appeared in your laminate flooring. Work carefully to keep your floor looking neat. All in all, the project should only take a matter of minutes. If necessary, wipe off any dust or debris that's accumulated on the adhesive pad with a damp cloth before the next time you use it.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Notice poor game performance. Notice poor system performance. Understand the different light codes.

Answer: If your games start taking a long time to load, or they become stutter or crash, it may be indicative of a looming hardware failure. If your system locks up, even when not playing games, this is a sign of hardware failing. There are 5 different light codes displayed around the Power button on the Xbox 360. Each of the codes represents a different failure state. Green lights. Green lights indicate that the console is powered and operating correctly. The number of green lights indicates how many controllers are connected. One red light. This is the Hardware Failure indicator. It is usually accompanied by an "E74" or similar code displayed on the TV. This is caused by the video scalar chip being damaged. Two red lights. This is an overheating error. If the console becomes too hot, the system will shut down and display this light code. The fans will continue running until the components have been cooled. Three red lights. This is the General Hardware Failure, also known as the Red Ring of Death. This indicates that one or more components have failed, and that the system is no longer operable unless you turn off your console for 24 hours. No error code will be displayed on the TV. Four red lights. This indicates that the AV cable is not correctly plugged in. Check the connection from the console to the TV. This code will not display for HDMI connections.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Know when you're in a restaurant bar. Recognize a beer bar. Identify a wine bar. Learn to recognize cocktail bars.

Answer:
Restaurant bars are bars that are attached to or inside a restaurant. These bars are usually small, consisting of a bar counter and a few tables. The bartenders make drinks for the restaurant as well as for the bar patrons. If you'd like, you can order drinks that follow the theme of the restaurant. For example: Tex-Mex and Mexican restaurants usually specialize in margaritas. Seafood restaurants that call the bar area the "Tiki Bar" usually serve tropical cocktails. Upscale restaurant bars usually serve wine and expensive cocktails. Beer bars specialize in beer and often don't carry nicer liquors or wine. A beer bar usually has at least 12 beer taps along the wall. Beer bars can also be called taverns, breweries, and craft beer bars. If you're not sure what kind of beer you like, talk to the bartender for a recommendation or ask for a beer sample. Lagers are the most common beers. They are generally a golden color. Wheat beers are lighter colored beers with a crisp yeast flavor. Ales range in color from light brown to black. These beers have a deep, mellow flavor. IPAs (India Pale Ales) are golden beers with a hoppy, floral flavor. Porters are dark, foamy beers with a roasted malty flavor. Wine bars usually have an extensive wine list and may not carry beer or liquor. These bars often serve small appetizers to enjoy with your wine. If you're not familiar with wine, ask your bartender for recommendations. Riesling is a light, often slightly sweet, white wine with floral and crisp apple or pear notes. Sauvignon Blanc is a mid-bodied white wine, often with tart citrus notes. Chardonnay is a somewhat denser white wine with apple, light citrus, often creamy/buttery notes. Pinot Noir is a red wine with complex red fruit flavors and often an earthy undertone. Merlot is a red wine with jammy fruit and baking spice notes. Cabernet Sauvignon is a denser, often tannic, red wine with dark fruit notes. Cocktail bars, also called Mixology bars, pride themselves on quality craft cocktails. These bars often have a trendy atmosphere and an extensive cocktail menu. Order something from the menu, as cocktail bars usually create unique drinks that are exclusive to their establishment. If you're feeling adventurous, ask the bartender for recommendations. Martinis are a classic choice. These strongly flavored drinks can be ordered with or without olives, shaken over ice, or stirred. A Jack Rose is a mellow, pink drink made with sweet apple brandy. Order a Bourbon Sweet Tea for a refreshing, boozy drink. If you want a sweet drink, order a velvety Chocolate Martini.