Q: Stir the spinach and garlic occasionally to help them cook more evenly and prevent them from burning. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Once the spinach has wilted, transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Add some hot water and puree until it is smooth. If the spinach is not mixing smoothly enough, use a rubber spatula to scrape any unblended spinach down the sides and towards the bottom. Set the mixture aside when it is completely smooth. Make sure that the saucepan is large enough to fit the rest of your ingredients, including the milk and pureed spinach. Occasionally stir the mixture with a spatula. You will end up with a roux-like paste, which you will eventually thin out. This will help create a thicker soup. Use a whisk to help the roux dissolve and break up any clumps or lumps. Open up the blender or food processor, and pour the pureed spinach into the saucepan. Whisk everything together to combine, then cook until the soup thickens, stirring occasionally. If you need to, add in some more salt, cayenne pepper, and/or black pepper. For extra flavor, garnish it with Gruyere cheese. You can also use other types of cheese as well.
A: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the spinach and garlic. Puree the mixture in a blender or food processor with cup (60 milliliters) of hot water. Cook the onions in butter over medium heat in a saucepan until the onions start to soften. Sift the flour into the mixture, and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour in the milk, salt, and pepper, and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the pureed spinach and cook until it thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes. Taste the soup and make any necessary adjustments. Pour the soup into bowls and serve.

Q: Many electric motor failures are caused by bearing failures. The bearings allow the shaft or rotor assembly to turn freely and smoothly in the frame. Bearings are located at both ends of the motor which are sometimes called "bell housings" or "end bells". There are several types of bearings used. Two popular types are brass sleeve bearings and steel ball bearings. Many have fittings for lubrication while others are permanently lubricated or "maintenance free". To perform a cursory check of the bearings, place the motor on a solid surface and place one hand on the top of the motor, spin the shaft/rotor with the other hand. Closely watch, feel, and listen for any indication of rubbing, scraping, or unevenness of the spinning rotor. The rotor should spin quietly, freely and evenly. A small amount of movement in and out (most household fractional horsepower types should be less than 1/8" or so) is permitted, but the closer to "none" the better. A motor that has bearing-related issues when run will be loud, overheat the bearings, and potentially fail catastrophically.
A: Begin to check the bearings of the motor. Perform a check of the bearings. Next, push and pull the shaft in and out of the frame.

Q: Using the techniques we've discussed, try to get to know the waitress a bit. Talk over the course of several meals or drinks, if possible, and learn about her while subtly introducing yourself. This way your request for a date will not seem like it's coming from a complete stranger. Try to sit at one of the tables she is serving. Take note of any giveaways that she is unavailable, like a ring on her left hand. One way to ask her out without the embarrassment of a possible rejection is to leave a note on one side of a napkin. After paying, jot down your name and number and then leave. If she's interested, she'll respond. Notes also leave the matter entirely in her hand and spares her from feeling pressure or having to make a hasty decision. Be short and to the point, i.e. "You seem like a thoughtful person that I'd interested to know better. Coffee sometime?" End with your name and number. Insert a nice tip into the fold of a napkin, with the money is sticking out. Make sure that she will notice the tip or someone else could pick it up Use a clean napkin if you decide on this route. In this variant, leave your note inside of the check presenter with your payment and tip. Go with the same approach, including a short offer to take her out and your name and number. Don't stick around, as it will only make her uncomfortable. Unlike a napkin, the check presenter should be fairly secure and discreet. In many restaurants, there is an unspoken rule that servers only touch check presenters from their table. If there is room, write the message directly onto the receipt. If not, use a napkin in a pinch. Aim for a kind and no-pressure request, i.e. "To my charming waitress: pardon my forwardness, but I'd love to take you out. (Insert phone number). Call me sometime. I'd love to hear from you. This gambit involves your passing the note to the waitress directly as you leave the restaurant. Bold, but sure to get her attention. Tuck your tip inside of folded piece of paper with your note. Write something like, "(Your name and number) Dinner sometime? Call me anytime. I'd love to hear from you!" Hand her the note as you walk to the door, saying, "This is for you." Your move may well not work out. Your waitress might have just been friendly, or perhaps she is married or involved with someone else. In any case, do not push it any further. Accept the rejection and move on. The beauty of the note request is its discreetness and also lack of pressure. If you asked her out on a note, you'll know she is interested or not by her response. The ball is in her court. Don't be discouraged if you've tried all of the above and she doesn't call. At least you tried many men would not!
A: Build up a rapport. Leave a note on a napkin. Leave a note in the check presenter. Hand her a note with your tip. Accept a rejection.

Q: Check the amount of carbohydrates on the nutrition label. Sports drinks do not usually label the percentage of carbohydrates in the drinks so you will need to calculate it for yourself. Convert serving size from fluid ounces (oz) or mL to grams (g). For fluid oz, divide the amount of oz by 0.03527 to get the amount in g. To convert mL to g, divide the amount in mL by 1. Calculate the percentage of carbohydrates in a serving size by dividing the amount of carbohydrate in the drink by the serving size in grams and multiplying by 100.
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Calculate the percentage of carbohydrates in a sports drink.