Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Make a list of possible events and courses of action. Create a payoff table. Gather data from research. Enter the data into the table.

Answer: Calculating EOL assumes first that there are two or more events that may happen, and, for each event, two or more possible courses of action that you could take. You need to begin by listing each event and each course of action that you could choose. For this first step, simply make two columns, headed "Events" and "Actions," and write your options under each one. For example, suppose you are the head of a marketing department and you must choose between two advertising campaigns for a new product. One is a gradual introduction into the market and the other is a more extreme approach. These are your two "Actions," which can be designated algebraically as A1 and A2. You do not know whether demand will be high or low. These represent the two "Events," which can be designated algebraically as E1 and E2. A payoff table is a grid that schematically illustrates your events and actions. Across the top row, labeled "Alternative Courses of Action," write down the names of your two actions. In a column on the right, label it "Events" and list the events that could occur. For the marketing example, your top row will have two columns labeled "Gradual" and "Extreme." The first column of your payoff table will have the heading "Events." Under this heading, fill in the labels "High demand" and "Low demand." Because this particular payoff table had two events and two actions, there should be four blank spaces in the table. You will fill these with data as you proceed. You will need to make some assumptions or otherwise provide data for the calculations to come. These data will need to come from your knowledge of the field, from marketing research, or any other reliable sources that you use. For the marketing example, assume that research informs you that a gradual marketing campaign in a low demand market will generate a profit of $1 million, while an extreme marketing campaign in a low demand market will create a loss of $5 million. Additionally, you predict that if demand is high, a gradual campaign will create a profit of $4 million, while an extreme campaign in a high demand market will general a profit of $10 million. These assumptions or predictions represent the data that you will use to continue calculating the EOL. Notice that each of the four blank spaces in the table correspond to some combination of events and actions. Use your predicted or assumed values to complete the blank table. Given the marketing example, the upper left space represents a gradual campaign in a low demand market. Fill in this space with the corresponding value of 1 (you can count in millions for this problem). The second space on the top row represents an extreme campaign in a low demand, with a value of -5. The negative number represents a predicted financial loss. The bottom row should be filled in with 4 and 10, respectively. This completed grid is your payoff table for this problem.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Harvest fresh parsley from your garden. Rinse the parsley. Cover the parsley with paper towels. Microwave the leaves for 30 seconds. Store the dried parsley in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Finished.

Answer: Gather parsley before the first flowers start to open, and gather it in the morning after the dew has dried. It will have maximum flavor at this time of day; the heat of the afternoon will diminish the parsley's flavor. Alternately, purchase fresh parsley at a grocery store. Choose bright green bunches of parsley that look nice and smell fresh. Don't pick parsley that is shriveled, brown, moldy, or is dried out. Carefully cut the parsley with stems still attached, and be careful to not bruise the leaves. Use cold water to rinse, and then shake the parsley gently to remove excess water from the leaves. This will remove any residual dirt, as well as any bugs that crawled into your parsley. Place a paper towel on a plate and place a single layer of parsley leaves on it. Then cover the leaves with another paper towel. Watch them constantly to ensure that they do not burn. If the parsley is not fully dry, gently toss the parsley leaves to ensure it is drying evenly. Microwave the leaves for another 30 seconds. Times may vary depending on the model of your microwave. Follow the instructions for your microwave.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wait. Reset all your keys. Replace the battery. Reprogram the key.

Answer: Sometimes extreme heat or cold weather can cause your electric key to stop working properly. Also if you go on a run with your key in hand the sweat can work it's way in there and cause some issues. Let your key rest for a little while before you pay money to replace it. It might come back to life. A key fob may stop working properly after a change or repair to your car's electrical systems (such as replacing the battery, for example). Find the owner's manual for your particular car (or hunt one down online) and reset all the keys according to the instructions provided. If you notice your key working poorly over the span of a few days it might be the battery dying. A replacement battery for a key fob is usually inexpensive and can be found online, at an auto-locksmith or electronics store. Make sure you have the make, model, year, and VIN number of the car. Most batteries should be simple enough for you to replace yourself. You unscrew the Philips screw at the back of the key, remove the old battery, and put the new one in. Voila! You can also go straight to the dealer or manufacturer, but this may be more expensive, especially if they charge for labor when they install the new battery. Check your car's warranty to see if battery replacement is covered. If you don't want to do this yourself, you can get help from some locksmiths or even the car's dealership, but the simplest solution is usually to follow the instructions provided in your owner's manual. Normally the reset involves pressing a series of buttons in a certain order but it's different for every car. Check your owners manual.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Discuss your fear with the phlebotomist, nurse, or doctor. Ask about alternatives. Request a smaller needle. Let them know they only get one chance. Ask for the best.

Answer:
Don't hold your fear inside. Instead, talk it out with the person drawing your blood or giving you an injection. It helps them to know because they can try to distract you and make you feel as comfortable as possible. Tell them if you have a specific want, such as if you want warning so you can look away before they bring the needle out. Asking them to count to three before sticking you can also help. If you are getting a shot instead of having blood drawn, you can sometimes get an alternative form. For instance, flu vaccines can be given through the nasal cavities instead of a shot. Unless you need a large amount of blood drawn, you can likely get away with a smaller needle, typically a butterfly needle. Ask the person drawing your blood if one will work for your situation, being sure to explain why. If you are afraid of needles, you likely don't want someone poking into your arm again and again. Request that they take all the blood they need the first time they poke you. If your procedure requires multiple needle sticks, ask if you can return another day to complete the blood draw or injections to give yourself a break. If you're worried that someone won't do a good job, ask for a technician to do it, particularly if you are at a large facility. If you're afraid, most people will understand why you want an expert who can do it quickly.