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what is the main function of uno?
Functions of the United Nations Today As it was in the past, the main function of the UN today is to maintain peace and security for all of its member states. Though the UN does not maintain its own military, it does have peacekeeping forces which are supplied by its member states.
[ "Functions of the United Nations Today. As it was in the past, the main function of the UN today is to maintain peace and security for all of its member states. Though the UN does not maintain its own military, it does have peacekeeping forces which are supplied by its member states.istory and Principles of the Uni...
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what is the population of dominica
The current population of Dominica is 73,282 as of Sunday, April 16, 2017, based on the latest United Nations estimates. Dominica population is equivalent to 0% of the total world population. Dominica ranks number 203 in the list of countries (and dependencies) by population. The population density in Dominica is 98 pe...
[ "Dominica's population eventually began to grow, although it has remained fairly stagnant for the last four decades. Today, the estimated population is just 72,700, up from 71,500 in 1970. Much of the population is concentrated in the largest city and capital of Roseau, which has 16,500 residents.", "Dominica Pop...
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how much is the filing threshold
To determine their payment using the income formula, subtract $20,700 (filing threshold) from $70,000 (2016 household income). The result is $49,300. Two and a half percent of $49,300 equals $1,232.50.
[ "The IRS thresholds that apply to most taxpayers are for people who are not claimed as dependents. The threshold for a single taxpayer is $10,150. The amount increases to $11,700 at age 65. Couples filing a joint return hit their threshold at $20,300, plus another $1,200 for each spouse age 65 or older.", "For 20...
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how long should i wait to take pregnancy test
Most women take a home pregnancy test after a missed period, which means by the time they confirm it, they are well into four or five weeks of pregnancy. However, if you had unprotected sex and missed taking an emergency pill on time, you can take a home pregnancy test sooner to know if you are pregnant.
[ "A 2005 University of New Mexico study found that of seven popular pregnancy tests, First Response tests were best in detecting early pregnancy. When it says you can test: 4 days before your expected period. How to take it: Pee on the stick for 5 seconds (no more and no less), and then set it down for 3 minutes.", ...
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what is the dutch sales tax rate
VAT is a general, broadly based sales tax charged on all sold goods and services provided. The percentages of VAT differ from country to country. The Dutch VAT rate for most goods is 21% for some goods a reduced rate of 6% applies.
[ "The VAT rate in the Netherlands is 21%, 6% or 0% as of October 1st 2012. The 0% rate applies to (foreign) entrepreneurs who conduct business in foreign countries from the Netherlands. This mainly involves the supply of goods from the Netherlands. The 6% VAT rate is also called the low VAT rate.", "Dutchess Count...
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what is pagaria disease
Progeria, also known as Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS), is a rare genetic condition that causes a child's body to age fast. Most kids with progeria do not live past the age of 13. The disease affects both sexes and all races equally.
[ "A Cure for Progeria, the Disease that Makes Children Die of Old Age. One in every 4 million children suffers from a genetic disorder called progeria that causes them to age prematurely — developing wrinkled skin and baldness before the age of 10, and usually dying of heart disease or stroke by puberty. The disease...
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what body part does the cranial vena cava lead blood to
They are the veins that return deoxygenated blood from the body into the heart. They both empty into the right atrium. The inferior vena cava (or caudal vena cava in animals) travels up alongside the abdominal aorta with blood from the lower part of the body. It is the largest vein in the body. The superior vena cava (...
[ "What is the anterior vena cava? The anterior vena cava, also called the cranial vena cava, is the large vein that drains the cranial half of the animal and returns the blood to the right atrium. The cranial …vena cava provides venous drainage to the head, including the brain, and the front limbs.", "From Wikiped...
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when did the ottoman empire entered ww1
Tweet. The Ottoman Empire joined the Central Powers to form the Triple Alliance with the signing of the August 1914 Turco-German Alliance. Turkey formally entered World War I on October 28, 1914, with the bombing of Russian Black Sea ports.
[ "Though the Ottoman Empire—in a period of relative decline since the late 16th century—had initially aimed to stay neutral in World War I, it soon concluded an alliance with Germany and entered the war on the side of the Central Powers in October 1914.", "Turkey formally entered World War I on October 28, 1914, w...
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what to do if you are paying emergency tax
Paying emergency tax is something we all want to avoid, whether we’re just entering the workforce or changing jobs. However, misunderstandings and misconceptions around emergency tax can lead to a frustrating situation where your earnings are considerably low for the duration of the emergency tax period. To help you be...
[ "Luckily, even if you’re emergency taxed, you can claim tax back. To do this, you need to file a claim for a P21 Balancing Statement at the end of the tax year which you can do by using PAYE anytime via www.revenue.ie or filling out eForm 12.", "3. How can you claim emergency tax back? Luckily, even if you’re eme...
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what region is ontario canada
Agriculture, forestry, and fishing. Ontario is one of the major agricultural regions of Canada; it possesses just over half of the country’s best agricultural land, almost all of it in the southern part of the province.
[ "Ontario, the largest province in Canada, is home to three different landform regions: the Hudson Bay Lowlands (yellow), the Canadian Shield (dark green), and the Great Lakes/St.Lawrence Lowlands (light green).he Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands are the most densily populated landform region in Canada because of t...
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who is solid snake
Solid Snake. Solid Snake is the main hero and the primary protagonist of the Metal Gear main series and its sequels. A former Green Beret and a highly skilled special operations soldier engaged in solo stealth and espionage missions, he is often tasked with destroying models of the bipedal nuclear weapon-armed mecha kn...
[ "Solid Snake, real name David, also known as Old Snake, and formerly known as Iroquois Pliskin, or simply Snake, was a former spy, special operations soldier, and mercenary.", "Solid Snake's sprites in the original Metal Gear. Solid Snake (ソリッド・スネーク, Soriddo Sunēku) is one of the protagonists of Konami's Metal Ge...
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who was president lincoln's secretary
John Kennedy did have a secretary named Evelyn Lincoln (who may or may not have warned him about going to Dallas), but one searches in vain to find a Lincoln secretary named Kennedy. (Lincoln’s White House secretaries were John G. Nicolay and John Hay.)
[ "On July 20, 1862, John Hay, Lincoln’s private secretary, predicted in a letter that the president “will not conserve slavery much longer.” Two days later, Lincoln, wearing his familiar dark frock coat and speaking in measured tones, convened his cabinet in his cramped White House office, upstairs in the East Wing....
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how far is it from new zealand to australia
How far between Australia to New Zealand? Your starting point Australia, Australia is located at (-35.283, 149.217). Total distance from Australia to New Zealand is 2319.56 kms. 2319.56 kms equals to 1441.3 miles and 1251.62 nautical miles. Distance information is flight distance as a line. Flight time between Australi...
[ "Your starting point Australia, Australia is located at (-35.283, 149.217). Your ending point New Zealand, New Zealand is located at (-41.3, 174.783) Total distance from Australia to New Zealand is 2319.56 kms. 2319.56 kms equals to 1441.3 miles and 1251.62 nautical miles. Distance information is flight distance as...
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can i become a gentleman
Groom yourself well. To be a true gentleman, you have to make sure your hair is regularly combed and that you either make a point of shaving your facial hair or that you maintain a nice, solid beard. Avoid the stubble and go for a nice clean shave every morning, or you will look sloppy.nother thing you should avoid if ...
[ "To be a true gentleman, you need to be self aware, mature, and courteous. Although it seems that chivalry is dead, you can make a difference by making the effort to bring more respect and care into the world.nother thing you should avoid if you want to be a gentleman is to tell your friends about your latest sexua...
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who is dakota johnson's parents
Dakota Johnson's Parents Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson Are Her Proud Dates to How to Be Single Premiere. No matter how grown up Dakota Johnson is, she could never turn down an A-list red carpet escort from her own mom and dad. The brunette beauty hit the red carpet in New York City Wednesday night dressed in a nude ...
[ "Dakota Johnson. Dakota Mayi Johnson (born October 4, 1989) is an American actress and model. She is the daughter of actors Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson. She had her screen debut alongside her mother in the comedy-drama Crazy in Alabama (1999) and was named Miss Golden Globe in 2006.", "Dakota Mayi Johnson wa...
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how many oscars did fiddler on the roof win
It was adapted for stage production as the play 'Fiddler on the Roof' which became a Broadway success. The eponymous film, starring 'Haim Topol', won three Oscars. A successful staging of the 'Fiddler on the Roof' was done at the Moscow Lenkom Theatre by director Mark Zakharov, starring Evgeni Leonov and later Vladimir...
[ "This is a quiz to test your knowledge on Fiddler on the Roof. What year did Fiddler on the Roof come out? 1971 How many Oscars did Fiddler on the Roof wine? Won 3 Oscars What year did Golde, [Tevye wife] die? September 28 1973 How old was Tevye at the making of Fiddler on the Roof? He was 33 Who was the director? ...
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average pennsylvania teachers pension
The facts are that the average annual pension for a retired public school employee in Pennsylvania is $23,500, and the average annual Social Security benefit is $14,500. These are hardly overly generous amounts, considering that the average personal income for Pennsylvania residents is more than $41,000 per year.
[ "Many schools there are short on teachers, and 2012 saw two huge teachers strikes that affected 600 public school educators in various districts. Teachers earn an average of $63,521 yearly, and because Pennsylvania's cost of living is just about average, the index adjustment, at $63,079, is slight.", "$50, 368 pe...
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who makes tide detergent
Tide (Tide, Vizir or Ace in some countries) is the brand-name of a laundry detergent manufactured by Procter & Gamble, first introduced in 1946.
[ "Some folks think the newfangled, bite-size detergent packs like Tide Pods look too much like candy, including Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y. But execs at MonoSol LLC see something even sweeter: dollar signs. The Merrillville, Ind.-based company makes the water-soluble film that encases single-dose detergent packs fo...
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who makes blomberg appliances
Well, Blomberg (one o) are owned by Arcelik Arçelik.A., s A turkish, company one of the three largest suppliers of household goods In europe who also Own beko among. Others Originally (Bomberg est) 1883 was A german manufacturer until they were acquired in. 2004 arcelik-arçelik re launched the brand IN the uk. in 2010
[ "Oh yes, Blomberg belongs to Arcelik-market leader in Turkey. They do make some fine machines. Some years ago, our (the German) version of Consumer Reports tested their TOL dishwasher and it ranked right up there with Miele and Bosch/Siemens.", "In the United Kingdom, one in five kitchen appliances sold is made b...
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cost breakdown bathroom remodel
Average Bathroom Remodel Cost. As you can imagine, there is a lot you can do in your bathroom, no matter how small or large it is. While the average bathroom remodeling cost is just under $8,500, we have seen simple installation projects run as low as $268 for a bathroom mirror.
[ "The materials for the average small bathroom remodel will cost between $8,000 and $10,000. This includes new fixtures like a new toilet, new sink, and a new bathtub. It also includes the cost of new tiling, new cupboards, and a countertop for the sink.ypical Hourly Rate = $50-$75 per hour. When you are remodeling ...
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what county is in milpitas
Milpitas, CA. Milpitas ( /mɪlpiːtəs/) is a city in Santa Clara County, California. It is a suburb of the major city of San Jose, California. It is located with San Jose to its south and Fremont to its north, at the eastern end of State Route 237 and generally between Interstates 680 and 880 which run roughly north/sout...
[ "Milpitas, California. Milpitas /mɪlˈpiːtəs/ is a city in Santa Clara County, California. It is located with San Jose to its south and Fremont to its north, at the eastern end of State Route 237 and generally between Interstates 680 and 880 which run roughly north/south through the city.", "Sponsored Topics. Milp...
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can puppies be from different dads
Female dogs can have puppies from multiple canine fathers, and not just from separate pregnancies. If you're caring for a litter of puppies and notice that a couple of the little guys look totally different from the rest, you might just be dealing with a case of two fathers for a single litter.
[ "A female dog can have as many different fathers for her puppies that bred with her. Dogs can release multiple eggs and they can be fertilized by whichever dog’s semen is present.", "Trying to decide which of the adorable puppies in a mixed breed litter is meant for you isn't easy. It's especially difficult if ea...
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how much is a flight to las vegas from london
1 Flights from Las Vegas to London are typically delayed by 45 mins. 2 Flights are unlikely to be cancelled between Las Vegas and London. 3 Diversions are not expected on flights between Las Vegas and London. 4 When traveling between Las Vegas and London, the most commonly used aircraft is a Boeing 747-400 (Domestic...
[ "trying to get prices for a Las Vegas holiday. We live in Wales and can fly from any London, Manchester or Birmingham . Tried asking travel agent for flight into airport near Las Vegas but don't think she understood. She started saying they could fly us in to LA . Flights with BA are coming in from Heathrow to Las ...
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who wrote the song free bird
Free Bird is a song by the American rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. It was first featured on the band's debut album. Lynard Skynard made Free Bird quite the popular song! Ask Cha Cha for anything, anytime!
[ "Free Bird by Lynyrd Skynyrd. Frontman Johnny Van Zant discussed this song in a track-by-track commentary to promote the band's 2010 CD/DVD Live From Freedom Hall. He said: For years Skynyrd has always closed the show with that song and the song has different meanings for different people.", "Free Bird is a rock ...
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where does thc come from
THC comes from the marijuana plant also known as cannabis sativa. Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC is the active ingredient in the marijuana plant and the primary ingredient responsible for producing the euphoric effects of the drug.THC resembles a crystaline that forms on the outside of the buds of the marijuana plant.HC ...
[ "A. If the only source of the psychoactive THC in your body is from hemp foods, produced from Canadian grown hemp seeds and eaten in reasonable quantities, it is virtually impossible to fail a drug test by ingesting hemp foods due to the fact that THC levels in our products are barely measurable.", "Believed to b...
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what occurs during the p_r interval of a normal ecg
This represents the time that it takes for the electrical impulse generated in the sinus node to travel through the atria and across the atrioventricular node to the ventricles. The normal PR interval is 0.12 to 0.20 seconds, or 120 to 200 milliseconds. Multiple abnormalities of the PR interval — including prolongation...
[ "P-R interval. In the electrocardiogram, the period between the onset of the P wave and the beginning of the QRS complex. See also: interval. interval. the space between two objects or parts; the lapse of time between two events. In statistical terms, the numerical distance between two values.", "With a normal si...
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what kind of boxes for ups
We accept all service levels in the box, but there are package size limits. Your box can’t exceed 16 inches by 13 inches by 3 inches. If your box is larger than that, you can drop it off at a retail location such as The UPS Store® or at a UPS Customer Center. To find a location, visit ups.com/dropoff.
[ "Cardboard box. Corrugated shipping container, one type of cardboard box. Cardboard boxes are industrially prefabricated boxes, primarily used for packaging goods and materials. Specialists in industry seldom use the term cardboard because it does not denote a specific material.", "USPS Flat Rate Boxes are just t...
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what is the salary for a specialist academic advisor
The average annual salary for an academic advisor is between $40,000 and $45,000, although some of these professionals can earn in excess of $60,000 per year. Advisors at major universities typically earn much higher salaries than their counterparts at community colleges and public high schools.
[ "Academic Advisor Salary. (United States). The average salary for an Academic Advisor is $39,657 per year. Most people move on to other jobs if they have more than 20 years' experience in this field. Pay for this job does not change much by experience, with the most experienced earning only a bit more than the leas...
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are strawberries a fruit
Technically, the strawberry is an aggregate accessory fruit, meaning that the fleshy part is derived not from the plant's ovaries but from the receptacle that holds the ovaries. Each apparent seed (achene) on the outside of the fruit is actually one of the ovaries of the flower, with a seed inside it.he strawberry frui...
[ "While we've tended to define berries as any small edible fruit, the official definition of a berry is a fleshy fruit produced from a single ovary. By this definition, oranges, kumquats, blueberries, and even tomatoes can be considered part of the berry family. Strawberries, on the other hand, are known as accesso...
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how many centigrams are in a kilogram
One kilogram in weight and mass sense converted to centigrams equals precisely to 100,000.00 cg - cgm. How many centigrams of weight and mass system are in 1 kilogram? The answer is: The change of 1 kg ( kilogram ) unit for a weight and mass measure equals = into 100,000.00 cg - cgm ( centigram ) as per its equivalent ...
[ "1 kilogram (kg) = 100,000.00 centigrams (cg , cgm) Specific kilogram to centigram Conversion Results. Enter a New kilogram Amount to Convert From. * Whole number, decimal or fraction ie: 6, 5.33, 17 3/8. * Precision is how many digits after decimal point 1 - 9.", "How many centigrams of weight and mass system ar...
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what is different about the rotation of venus
Another thing that differs between the two planets is the direction of their rotation. Venus s rotation takes longer than a year and it rotates backwards. Note that a rotation is when an object spins once on its own axis.Our planet takes only 24 hours, or one full Earth day, to rotate on its axis and a year to revolve ...
[ "So, the Earth takes one day to rotate on its axis, and it takes one year to revolve around the Sun in orbit. Venus, on the other hand, takes 243 days to turn once on its axis, and it takes almost 225 days to travel once around the Sun in orbit. As you can see, a day on Venus is longer than its year.If that’s not s...
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what is nrc
Noun. 1. NRC-an independent federal agency created in 1974 to license and regulate nuclear power plants. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. independent agency-an agency of the United States government that is created by an act of Congress and is independent of the executive departments. 1 Facebook.
[ "The world’s largest commercial Oil Spill Response Organization, NRC is the global leader in providing end-to-end environmental, industrial and emergency response solutions.", "A noise reduction coefficient (NRC) is a single number that represents an average of the sound absorption coefficients in the 250 Hz, 500...
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where is the silicon valley in california
Silicon Valley is an area that located on the San Francisco, California, peninsula, radiates outward from Stanford University. It is contained by the San Francisco Bay on the east, the Santa Cruz Mountains on the west, and the Coast Range to the southeast.
[ "About Silicon Valley. Silicon Valley is in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area in Northern California in the United States. The region is home to many of the world's largest technology companies including Apple, Cisco, Google, HP, Intel and Oracle.", "Silicon Valley is in northern California, in the ...
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what you need to grow a strawberry
The pockets in the sides hold any runners that developed as the plant matures. However, many gardeners fill all the openings with strawberry right from the start. To plant your own strawberry pot, you will need a piece of PVC pipe that is capped at one end, a drill, potting soil, and a strawberry pot. Cut the pipe so t...
[ "Start with a soil test to determine lime needs. Strawberries need a soil pH of 6.0-6.8. They grow best in a well-drained, highly organic soil. Prior to planting, broadcast 8-8-8 or a complete fertilizer over a well-prepared bed. Plant strawberries so the crown is slightly above the soil line when plants are firmed...
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where is gaucher disease located
Gaucher Cells. Gaucher cells accumulate and displace healthy normal cells in bone marrow and organs such as the liver and spleen. This accumulation causes a host of signs, including skeletal deterioration, anemia, and organ dysfunction.
[ "Gaucher disease type 1 (GD1) is the most common form of Gaucher disease. Like other types of Gaucher disease, GD1 is caused when not enough glucocerebrosidase (GBA) is made. GBA is an important enzyme that breaks down a fatty chemical called glucocerebroside. Because the body cannot break down this chemical, fat-f...
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how fast does a person fall in a skydive
The average speed when skydiving in a belly to earth position in approximately 120 miles per hour. Other skydiving positions such as a head-down position, where the skydiver is in a vertical, upside down position, can reach speeds as fast as 200 miles per hour.
[ "When skydivers jump out of an airplane they drop towards the ground at about 120 MPH. Opening a parachute slows the skydiver down to 12 MPH. That's still a lot faster than you can run!", "A falling human reaches terminal velocity in about 12 seconds, after which his speed will remain constant. He'll fall about 4...
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what is the aha?
About the AHA. The American Hospital Association (AHA) is the national organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals, health care networks, and their patients and communities. Nearly 5,000 hospitals, health care systems, networks, other providers of care and 43,000 individual members come together to f...
[ "American Historical Association. The American Historical Association (AHA) is the oldest and largest society of historians and professors of history in the United States. Founded in 1884, the association promotes historical studies, the teaching of history, and the preservation of and access to historical material...
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what type of antidepressant is trazodone
Trazodone (Deseryl, Molipaxin, Trittico, Thombran, Trialodine) Trazodone is a tetracyclic antidepressant with sedative and antianxiety actions. It has been in use in the US since 1982. The Bottom Line: What You Really Need to Know. Trazodone (Trade Names: Deseryl) is an antidepressant with many other uses.
[ "Trazodone is a tetracyclic antidepressant with sedative and antianxiety actions. It has been in use in the US since 1982. 1 Trazodone (Trade Names: Deseryl) is an antidepressant with many other uses. The usual dose depends on what it is being taken for and can range from 150-600 mg/day.", ") is an antidepressa...
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cost to build a ranch style home
1 With mid-range materials, a masonry foundation with full basement, high-efficiency doors and windows, full appliances, and turnkey finishing the house would cost an average of $433,500 to complete. The above figures place this construction at a $173 per square foot cost, though national average stands between $125 to...
[ "Average construction costs would be $300 per square-foot, making a 3000 square-foot home cost about $900,000 and a 5000 square-foot home cost $1,500,000. The architect fees could be up to $300,000.", "1 The above figures place this construction at a $173 per square foot cost, though national average stands betwe...
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what is the career connect system
About Career Connect. Career Connect is a charity who are passionate about providing high quality independent careers advice, bridging the gap to learning and employment and better life chances for young people and adults. We provide a wide range of career management services, some funded by Local Authorities and schoo...
[ "About Career Connect Career Connect is a charity who are passionate about providing high quality independent careers advice, bridging the gap to learning and employment and better life chances for young people and adults.", "This is where iCIMS Connect steps in. iCIMS Connect is a recruitment marketing automatio...
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what is apa accredited
Understanding APA Accreditation. About APA-CoA. The APA Commission on Accreditation (APA-CoA) is recognized by both the secretary of the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, as the national accrediting authority for professional education and training in psychology.
[ "The Value of APA Accreditation. Graduate and professional school programs sometimes earn additional or advanced program accreditation. Generally, a school or degree program is accredited by a professional organization in the field that officially recognizes the program as meeting essential requirements, such as ac...
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what monument is located in abu simbel
Location and Values: The Nubian monuments are located on the shores of (the man-made) Lake Nasser in the far south of Egypt, and include temples from 11 separate sites between the Sanctuary of Isis at Philae (below the Aswan dam site) and the great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, 280 km to the south.
[ "Slideshow of the Nubian Monuments: Comments and Impressions: For security reasons visitors are currently only able to visit the monuments around Aswan (including the Temples of Philae, Kalabsha, Beit al-Wali and Kertassi), and (by convoy in tour buses or plane only) the temples at Abu Simbel.", "The Abu Simbel T...
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how does per diem pay work
(April 2007) Per diem (Latin for per day or for each day) is a daily allowance for expenses—a specific amount of money an organization gives an individual, often an employee, student athlete (usually for away matches), per day to cover living expenses when traveling for work.
[ "monkeybusinessimages/iStock/Getty Images. The term per diem means per day, but it may relate to two issues in the workplace. Per diem may refer to the money paid for business travel expenses or to a position without set hours or a predetermined schedule.Per diem employees in a hospital, for example, are called and...
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what is pramipexole for
Pramipexole is used to treat Parkinson disease. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines (eg, levodopa). Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist that works on the nervous system to help treat the symptoms of Parkinson disease. Pramipexole is also used to treat Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). RLS is a neurolo...
[ "Pramipexole is used for: Treating the signs and symptoms of Parkinson disease. It is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Pramipexole is a dopamine agonist. Exactly how pramipexole works is not known.", "Uses of This Medicine. Pra...
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what kind of languages do chinese people speak
Of course they speak Chinese! Chinese is not a language, it's a family of languages. Of this family, Mandarin is the one spoken by the most people (around 750million) Comm … ent: I'm living in mainland China. They're a lot of languages in China,but now the government implements only Mandarin as official language.onfide...
[ "An introduction to Chinese and Chinese names. Chinese is not a language. It is rather a language family, perhaps something like the idea of 'Germanic' or 'Latinate'. The languages of Chinese include Mandarin, Wu, Min, Kejia, Yue, Huizhou, Xiang and Gan (to give their Mandarin names).Kejia is also known as Hakka, M...
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what are the major mountain ranges in europe
The Alps are a major mountain range in central Europe. They pass through many European countries including France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, and Slovenia. The tallest peak in the Alps is Mont Blanc at 15,782 feet located on the French-Italian border.
[ "See Category:Mountain ranges of Europe. 1 Alps Eastern Alps, Austria, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Slovenia, Switzerland Central Eastern Alps, Austria, Italy, Slovenia, Switzerland Bergamo Alps, Italy. Hohe Tauern, Austria, Italy Ankogel Group. 2 Apennines, Italy, San Marino. 3 Balkan Mountains, Bulgaria, Ser...
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how many calories you burn cleaning a house
Use the following estimates, based on a body weight of 150lbs, to help you determine how many calories you might burn doing about an hour of typical daily housework/ cleaning: 1 Sweeping x 10 minutes = 37 calories. 2 Vacuuming x 10 minutes = 37 calories. Ironing x 20 minutes = 50 calories.
[ "Use the following estimates, based on a body weight of 150lbs, to help you determine how many calories you might burn doing about an hour of typical daily housework/ cleaning: 1 Sweeping x 10 minutes = 37 calories. Vacuuming x 10 minutes = 37 calories.", "You can burn up to 100-300 calories doing housework but...
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age when you can start wearing a tampon
If you ask for my opinion on using tampon on your very first period,it's a bad idea!Just use pads like me!I want to start using tampons at age,16,17 or 18.so if your 13 and on your period just buy some pads and put them on instead of a tampon!
[ "Ask a question. When is the appropriate age to wear tampons? AllisonAvery. i'm 14 years old and i want to start wearing tampons. i hate having the feeling of being in a diaper, having to check if i stained my jeans, and just wearing pads in general.", "Communities>Teen Health>When is the appropriate age to wear ...
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what are neutropenic precautions in hospital
Neutropenic Precautions. Neutropenic Precautions are Infection Control Nursing Procedures that are applied when patient has a high risk of bacterial infections due to low Neutrophil count (Neutropenia).
[ "What are neutropenic precautions? Neutropenic precautions are steps you can take to prevent infections if you have moderate to severe neutropenia. Neutropenia is a condition that causes you to have low neutrophils in your blood. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that help your body fight infection and bac...
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zero-factor property definition
A solution of a quadratic equation is a value of the variable that makes the equation true. Many quadratic equations. can be solved by factoring and using the zero-factor property. The Zero-Factor Property: When the product of two real numbers is 0, at least one of them is 0.
[ "If the quadratic equation is written in the second form, then the Zero Factor Property states that the quadratic equation is satisfied if px + q = 0 or rx + s = 0. Solving these two linear equations provides the roots of the quadratic.", "In algebra, the zero-product property states that the product of two nonze...
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conjunctivitis definition microorganism causes
Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva, a thin, delicate membrane that covers the eyeball and lines the eyelid. Conjunctivitis is an extremely common eye disease because the conjunctiva is continually exposed to microorganisms and environmental agents that can cause infections or allergic reactions.onjun...
[ "Bacterial conjunctivitis is a common type of pink eye, caused by bacteria that infect the eye through various sources of contamination. The bacteria can be spread through contact with an infected individual, exposure to contaminated surfaces or through other means such as sinus or ear infections.", "Conjunctivit...
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what is sharon fruit
Sharon fruit recipes. Sharon fruit is the trade name of a variety of persimmon grown in Israel. It is shaped like a tomato with thin, orange skin, a green stalk and orange flesh.It is a ‘non-astringent’ variety of persimmon but still has a tannic taste.haron fruit recipes. Sharon fruit is the trade name of a variety of...
[ "Something tells me it must be winter again. Sharon fruit is a variety of Persimmon. It gets its name from Israel, where it is extensively grown. A small glowing orange fruit with a waxy skin, the Sharon is worth trying.You simply peel and slice it, squeezing over a little lime juice.haron fruit is a variety of Per...
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tooth and claw meaning
This phrase comes from In Memoriam by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. The full phrase is Nature red in tooth and claw = untamed nature which is inherently violent. Who trusted God was love indeed And love Creation's final law Tho' Nature, red in tooth and claw With ravine, shriek'd against his creed
[ "It is a phrase which is generally used to refer the context like voilent natural world,in which predatory animals unsentimentally cover their teeth and claws with the blood of their preys as they kill and devour them. The actual phrase is Red in Tooth and claw . A related poem abt the phrase:", "swissmiss Member...
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when was declaration of independence sign
Although the wording of the Declaration was approved by Congress on July 4, 1776, the date of its signing has been disputed. Most historians have concluded that it was signed nearly a month after its adoption, on August 2, 1776, and not on July 4 as is commonly believed.
[ "On December 13, 1952, the Declaration of Independence (along with the Constitution and Bill of Rights) was formally delivered to the National Archives in Washington, D.C., where it has remained since then. The two youngest signers of the Declaration of Independence were both from South Carolina. Thomas Lynch, Jr. ...
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another name for vegetables
A person who does not eat meat is considered a Vegetarian because they often only eat vegetables (and fruit). The informal word for vegetables is veggies. [C] = Countable Noun - [U] = Uncountable Noun. artichoke [C]
[ "Two especially common scientific groupings of cruciferous vegetables are the Brassica oleracea (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, kale, and kohlrabi) and the Brassica rapa (Chinese cabbage and turnips). Brassica campestris is another name for the genus-species grouping called Brassica rap...
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what is the panda's habitat like in the wild
Habitat. In the wild, giant pandas are only found in the remote, mountainous regions of central China, in Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu provinces, according to the National Zoo. In this area, there are cool, wet bamboo forests that are perfect for the giant panda's needs.ven with this exalted status, giant pandas are enda...
[ "Habitat. In the wild, giant pandas are only found in the remote, mountainous regions of central China, in Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu provinces, according to the National Zoo. In this area, there are cool, wet bamboo forests that are perfect for the giant panda's needs. giant panda's appetite for bamboo is insatiab...
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who is michelle singletary
Please enter your slogan here! Michelle Singletary is a nationally syndicated columnist for The Washington Post. Her award-winning column, The Color of Money, is carried in over 100 newspapers and provides insight into the world of personal finance.
[ "In 2014, The Deseret News identified six men and women who are making an impact in various areas. Michelle Singletary was their hero in the arena of personal finance. Read the profile of why she was selected.", "In her spare time, Singletary is the director of “Prosperity Partners Ministry,” a program she founde...
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when did the spanish civil war begin and end
End of the Spanish Civil War. The Spanish Civil War was a major conflict that devastated Spain from 17 July 1936 to 1 April 1939.
[ "With the Republican cause all but lost, its leaders attempted to negotiate a peace, but Franco refused. On March 28, 1939, the victorious Nationalists entered Madrid in triumph, and the Spanish Civil War came to an end. Up to a million lives were lost in the conflict, the most devastating in Spanish history.", "...
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what percentage does redfin charge
Redfin brings low-commission home sales tactics to Indy. It charges listing fees of 1.5 percent and refreshes website more frequently than competitors. Redfin brings low-commission home sales tactics to Indy It charges listing fees of 1.5 percent and refreshes website more frequently than competitors. Check out this st...
[ "Sellers pay the commission to both agents—typically 5 to 6% of the home's selling price. The seller's agent and the buyer's agent each get 2 to 3%. Redfin sellers pay just 4.5% overall. Instead of 2 to 3%, we charge just 1.5% to list your home; in the Washington DC-area we charge 1%.*. You can offer the buyer's ag...
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what is a rangoli
Rangoli is an ancient ephemeral artform practiced throughout India. Designs are drawn onto the ground, usually in chalk or colored powder and embellished with sand, rice, candles or flower petals.Rangoli is an expression of the creative self, often viewed as a form of self-portraiture. Designs are composed of geometric...
[ "Rangoli, also known as Kolam or Muggu, is a folk art from India in which patterns are created on the floor in living rooms or courtyards using materials such as colored rice, dry flour, colored sand or flower petals.ftentimes Rangoli are made on special occasions like Diwali. Some special patterns for Diwali Rango...
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what is the specific genetic causes of muscular dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a group of muscle diseases that weaken the musculoskeletal system and hamper locomotion. Muscular dystrophies are characterized by progressive skeletal muscle weakness, defects in muscle proteins, and the death of muscle cells and tissue.pecific muscle groups are affected by different types o...
[ "DMD is caused by a mutation in the dystrophin gene -- usually a large, out-of-frame deletion. Dystrophin is a structural protein associated with the support scaffolding of plasma membrane in muscle cells. Absent dystrophin causes a weakening of muscles, particularly skeletal and cardiac muscle.", "DMD is a genet...
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what age are toddlers considered
It is always good to know where your child stands emotionally and developmentally. An infant becomes a toddler at the age of one. The toddler stage occurs between the ages of one and two. During this time, mobility becomes increasingly more noticeable. Independence becomes identified and defiance is normal. Toddlers be...
[ "Toddlers in a kibbutz. A toddler is a child 12 to 36 months old. The toddler years are a time of great cognitive, emotional and social development. The word is derived from to toddle, which means to walk unsteadily, like a child of this age.", "I don't know why but it bugs me when a parent calls their 3, 4 or 5 ...
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who was the king of france during the mississippi valley
The Mississippi River valley was claimed for France in 1682 by La Salle (René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, 1643-1687). He left Canada in 1681 and reached the Gulf of M…exico in April, 1682. Making the world better, one answer at a time.
[ "Who was the french explorer who claimed the Mississippi valley for France? The Mississippi River valley was claimed for France in 1682 by La Salle (René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, 1643-1687). He left Canada in 1681 and reached the Gulf of M…exico in April, 1682. 11 people found this useful.", "With the ...
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who won the wrestling match at gilman
But the judges overturned the call ruling no takedown and Gilman a 3-0 victor. Gilman, who is inspired by his grandfather for this competition, said things are in his favor. I think this format favors me, Gilman said. That was a big match (the semis) for me, my grandfather. I came here to win it.
[ "Gilman led the entire match against the Iranian, scoring on a pushout and shot clock violation. But it was the takedown awarded at the buzzer by the referee for Iran that got the crowd more involved. A takedown would have given Atrinagharchi a victory on criteria.", "Page 1 of 4 - Fix vs Gilman today - posted in...
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who is papa
Few companies have applied this appeal more literally than Papa John's, which for years has boasted Better pizza. Better ingredients.. Printed on every Papa John's pizza box is a little story: When I founded Papa John's in 1984, my mission was to build a better pizza, says Papa John Schnatter.
[ "Always Had Them. Always Will. In 1984, Papa John's opened its doors with one goal in mind: Better Pizza. We knew that with better ingredients we would create better pizzas. That goal and the promise of Better ingredients. Better pizza. remain true to this day.", "Always Had Them. In 1984, Papa John's opened its ...
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what kind of company is uber
Uber Technologies Inc. is an American multinational online transportation network company headquartered in San Francisco, California. It develops, markets and operates the Uber mobile app, which allows consumers with smartphones to submit a trip request which is then routed to Uber drivers who use their own cars. As of...
[ "Uber is an American international company. It created the mobile app and the transportation network that are also called Uber. The mobile app allows consumers to request a trip and pay online.As of March 26, 2015, the service was available in 55 countries and more than 200 cities. Uber was founded as UberCab in Sa...
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can roth ira withdrawals be used for child tuition
Hardship withdrawals from 401(k)s can be used to pay for tuition and related educational expenses. However, hardship distributions from traditional retirement accounts taken by people under age 59½ are subject to a 10 percent early withdrawal penalty in addition to income tax on the amount withdrawn. worker in the 25 p...
[ "Example: You withdraw money from a Roth IRA to pay qualified higher education expenses for your child. You pay no tax until the total amount you withdraw exceeds the total amount of your contributions.", "1 Contribute up to $2,000 annually for each child younger than age 18. 2 Enjoy tax-free earnings on your co...
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lethargy symptoms
Lethargy can cause some or all of the following symptoms: 1 changes in mood. 2 decreased alertness/ability to think. 3 fatigue. low energy. sluggishness.
[ "Lethargy: Introduction. Lethargy is a fairly imprecise description of the feeling or slowness, sluggishness, tiredness, or lack of energy. Lethargy in common usage may mean many things, including fatigue, drowsiness (sleepiness), lethargy, tiredness, malaise, listlessness, or weakness (including muscular weakness)...
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where did the shawnee indian tribe originated
Pushed west by European-American pressure, the Shawnee migrated to Missouri and Kansas, with some removed to Indian Territory (Oklahoma) west of the Mississippi River in the 1830s. Other Shawnee did not remove to Oklahoma until after the Civil War.Made up of different historical and kinship groups, today there are thre...
[ "From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The Shawnee Tribe is a federally recognized Native American tribe in Oklahoma. Also known as the Loyal Shawnee, they are one of three federally recognized Shawnee tribes. The others are the Absentee-Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma and Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma.",...
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highest paved road in the us located
Colorado's Mount Evans Scenic Byway is the highest paved road in North America. As you would expect, the views up to Mount Evans are breathtaking, with alpine lakes, massive granite walls and stands of twisted, ancient bristlecone pine. Keep your eyes peeled for mountain goats and bighorn sheep. Updated: 6/1/2016.
[ "Colorado's Mount Evans Scenic Byway is the highest paved road in North America. As you would expect, the views up to Mount Evans are breathtaking, with alpine lakes, massive granite walls and stands of twisted, ancient bristlecone pine. Keep your eyes peeled for mountain goats and bighorn sheep.", "Colorado Scen...
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who is uncle sam
Uncle Sam (initials U.S.) is a common national personification of the American government or the United States in general that, according to legend, came into use during the War of 1812 and was supposedly named for Samuel Wilson. Its actual origin is obscure. Uncle Sam represents a manifestation of patriotic emotion.
[ "Uncle Sam, is a popular name for the government of the United States. Its origin was as follows: Samuel Wilson, commonly called Uncle Sam, was an inspector of beef and pork, in Troy, N. Y. He inspected the meat purchased for the government after the declaration of war against England in 1812.", "Best known as: C...
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what will a structural engineer look for
Although the structural engineer’s job does not include physically building the structure, it is imperative that they understand construction processes. 1 A good engineer will ensure “constructability” meaning that the structure will not be unnecessarily difficult to build and will be built properly.
[ "Residential structural engineers. Residential structural engineers specialize in designing structures for homes. You want to find a professional that likes to design homes because many engineers prefer to design only commercial structures.Be certain to ask the engineer whether they truly like to design homes.ell, ...
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how soon after positive opk will the lines show
Test every 12 hours not every 24 hours. The perfect time for sexual intercourse is within 12-24 hours prior to the ovulation predictor FIRST turning positive. Especially if you test only once a day. This may sound like a surprise, but making love only after first getting a positive OPK may not get you pregnant at all.
[ "Ovulation Predictor’s answers: Typically, an LH surge lasts for about 24 hours. It can be shorter or longer for some women. Most women get a positive OPK for a day, two at the most. Sometimes 3, but that is not as common. You will ovulate 12-36 hours after your last positive OPK.", "A: Clomid (Serophene/clomiphe...
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what type of fiber does lentils have
Lentils—A Fiber All Star. Check a chart of the fiber content in foods; you'll see legumes leading the pack. Lentils, like other beans, are rich in dietary fiber, both the soluble and insoluble type.Soluble fiber forms a gel-like substance in the digestive tract that snares bile (which contains cholesterol)and ferries i...
[ "Lentils, like other beans, are rich in dietary fiber, both the soluble and insoluble type. Soluble fiber forms a gel-like substance in the digestive tract that snares bile (which contains cholesterol)and ferries it out of the body.", "Although most of the fiber in lentils is soluble, they also contain insoluble ...
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how did cesar milan become a u.s. citizen
Famed dog trainer Cesar Millan a.k.a. The Dog Whisperer became a U.S. citizen in 2009. But before that, Millan crossed the border without authorization at the age of 21,The Huffington Post reports. I came to the United States illegally, he wrote in his autobiography.
[ "When Cesar was 17 he went into the U.S. army. He came back about 2 years later to check on the state. Cesar saw that the Boss still treated everybody harshly and didn't pay t … hem enough money. He thought to himself and said that somebody should do something about it.", "Cesar joined the U.S. Navy in 1946, in t...
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how many pounds is one ton equal
In the United States and formerly Canada a ton is defined to be 2,000 pounds (907 kg). Where confusion is possible, the 2240 lb ton is called long ton and the 2000 lb ton short ton; the tonne is distinguished by its spelling, but usually pronounced the same as ton, hence the US term metric ton.
[ "us ​ /tʌn/. › a unit of measurement of weight equal to 2000 pounds or about 907 kilograms. › infmlA ton or tons of something is a very large amount: I’ve got a ton of homework to do tonight.", "anon256938 wrote in Post 15: A metric ton is equal to 2240 US pounds, which can also equate to a long ton, sometimes sp...
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what is the cost of medical school
Public medical school tuition averaged $16,690 per year in 2006-2007 for in-state residents, according to the American Association of Medical Colleges . To complete the four-year degree program the average cost is about $66,750.
[ "Medical School Tuition. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges, the median tuition in 2012-2013 was $28,719 for resident students at public institutions, $49,000 for nonresident students at public institutions, and $47,673 for students at private institutions.ith fees and insurance the cost of a...
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connecting to another computer remotely
Here’s how to use Remote Desktop Connection to connect remotely to another device: 1 Click the search bar on the taskbar. 2 Type remote desktop. A list of search results appears. 3 Click Remote Desktop Connection. In the Remote Desktop Connection window, type the IP address or the name of the Windows device that yo...
[ "1 Click Start, click Run, type wmimgmt.msc, and then click OK. 2 Right-click WMI Control (Local), and then click Connect to another computer. 3 Click Another computer, and then enter the name of the remote computer. If you have to provide user credentials, click Change.", "(Source: Wikipedia) A remote connect...
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who is li bingbing
Bingbing Li was born on February 27, 1973 in Harbin, China. She is an actress and producer, known for Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014), Resident Evil: Retribution(2012) and Detective Dee: The Mystery of the Phantom Flame (2010). Li's first big break came in 1999 when she played a kindhearted cop in the film Seven...
[ "Actress | Producer | Visual Effects. Official Photos ». Bingbing Li was born on February 27, 1973 in Harbin, China. She is an actress and producer, known for Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014), Resident Evil: Retribution (2012) and Di Renjie: Tong tian di guo (2010). See full bio ».", "Li will star in Meg, a...
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what are sources of genetic variation in evolution
1 Mutations are changes in the DNA. 2 A single mutation can have a large effect, but in many cases, evolutionary change is based on the accumulation of many mutations. 3 Gene flow is any movement of genes from one population to another and is an important source of genetic variation.ithout genetic variation, some of ...
[ "Random mutations are the ultimate source of genetic variation. Mutations are likely to be rare and most mutations are neutral or deleterious, but in some instances the new alleles can be favored by natural selection.Polyploidy is an example of chromosomal mutation. Polyploidy is a condition wherein organisms have ...
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what is a minion
In technology. Minion (cannon), a type of cannon with a small bore during the 16th and 17th centuries. Minion (chat widget), a chat widget that runs in web browsers. Minion (solver), constraint solver.
[ "In technology. 1 Minion (cannon), a type of cannon with a small bore during the 16th and 17th centuries. 2 Minion (chat widget), a chat widget that runs in web browsers. 3 Minion (solver), constraint solver. MinION, a nanopore DNA sequencing platform developed by Oxford Nanopore Technologies.", "Wiktionary(4...
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when is housekeeping week
Housekeeping Week - September 10-16, 2017. International Housekeepers Week and Environmental Services Week mark the time to show appreciation to your housekeeping staff with custom imprinted gifts and personalized giveaways such as tote bags, lapel pins, mugs, and coolers.
[ "International Housekeepers Week. The 35th Anniversary of International Housekeepers Week is Sept. 11-17, 2016. Held every year during the second full week of September, International Housekeepers Week (IHW) is a week dedicated to recognizing the efforts of hard-working custodial staff members.", "[X] WESTERVILLE...
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cross symbol meaning christianity
The Christian Cross, seen as a representation of the instrument of the crucifixion of Jesus, is the best-known symbol of Christianity.It is related to the crucifix (a cross that includes a usually three-dimensional representation of Jesus' body) and to the more general family of cross symbols.n contemporary Christianit...
[ "The most common symbol of Christianity is the Christian cross, which symbolizes the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The Christian faith is focused around Jesus, Son of God. Jesus died on the cross so the rest of us could live eternal life, which is why the Christian cross is such an important symbol of Christianity.T...
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what kind of company is merck
Citing significant growth in the last ten years evolving “from a classic supplier of pharmaceuticals and chemicals into a global technology company”, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, introduced a new identity yesterday designed by Futurebrand.
[ "Merck was privately owned until going public in 1995. However, the Merck family still controls a majority 70.3% of the company's shares. The American pharmaceutical company Merck & Co. was established as a subsidiary of Merck in 1891, but became an independent company in 1917, known as MSD outside of North America...
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what is calamus,
CALAMUS Overview Information. Calamus is a plant. The root (rhizome) is used to make medicine. Despite safety concerns, calamus is used for gastrointestinal (GI) problems including ulcers, inflammation of the stomach lining (gastritis), intestinal gas (flatulence), upset stomach and loss of appetite (anorexia).
[ "CALAMUS Overview Information. Calamus is a plant. The root (rhizome) is used to make medicine. Despite safety concerns, calamus is used for gastrointestinal (GI) problems including ulcers, inflammation of the stomach lining (gastritis), intestinal gas (flatulence), upset stomach and loss of appetite (anorexia).esp...
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what to say in an anniversary card to friends
The Anniversary quotes you include in your card to them tell them your heartfelt thoughts and well wishes for their special day. We here at Card Messages wish you all the very best! The life that we have built together didn’t happen overnight. It wasn’t easy to do.
[ "These are anniversary message examples to write in a card or say when it's your own anniversary. 1 Our time has treated us well. Let's spend some more together. I blame you. It's all your fault that I am extremely happy in our relationship.", "So get here your favorite messages or greetings and share with your...
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which season is i love lucy candy factory
Job Switching was the 39th overall episode of I Love Lucy, which first aired on CBS-TV on September 15, 1952, also the 4th episode of Season 2. It was directed by William Asher. After Ricky and Fred get upset about the girls' spending, Lucy and Ethel go to work in a candy factory while the boys do the housework.
[ "Job Switching. Job Switching was the 39th overall episode of I Love Lucy, which first aired on CBS-TV on September 15, 1952, also the 4th episode of Season 2. It was directed by William Asher. Synopsis. After Ricky and Fred get upset about the girls' spending, Lucy and Ethel go to work in a candy factory while the...
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what is meant by email blast
This was once done by U.S. mail. Today, marketers use email as the medium of choice for putting out their messages. The idea of spam developed along with email marketing -- for some reason, customers object to unwanted email much more strongly than they used to object to regular junk mail. You can e-blast your message,...
[ "A mail bomb is the sending of a massive amount of e-mail to a specific person or system.A huge amount of mail may simply fill up the recipient's disk space on the server or, in some cases, may be too much for a server to handle and may cause the server to stop functioning.peration Phish Phry is a cybercrime invest...
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what are nutritional supplements
A dietary supplement is a product intended for ingestion that contains a dietary ingredient intended to add further nutritional value to (supplement) the diet. A dietary ingredient may be one, or any combination, of the following substances: a vitamin.
[ "Key Points. 1 Dietary supplements contain a variety of ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and herbs or other botanicals. Research has confirmed health benefits of some dietary supplements but not others.", "Dietary supplement labels may carry certain types of health-related claims. Manufactur...
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how long should workouts last
The goal of the metabolic conditioning workouts is to complete the workout as fast as possible with most workouts lasting 20 to 40 minutes for the average CrossFitter. Sample metabolic conditioning workouts include running a 5K or 10K or rowing 2,000 meters for time.
[ "Exercise can take place in a single session or in several sessions of 10 or more minutes. The greater the intensity of exercise, the less time needed to obtain fitness benefits. For high-intensity exercise, such as running, 20-30 minutes is appropriate. 3-5 days per week.", "Include vigorous activity in your wor...
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what do you do for constipation after c section
After the procedure. After a C-section, most mothers and babies stay in the hospital for two to three days. To control pain as the anesthesia wears off, you might use a pump that allows you to adjust the dose of intravenous (IV) pain medication. Soon after your C-section, you'll be encouraged to get up and walk. Moving...
[ "Soon after your C-section, you'll be encouraged to get up and walk. Moving around can speed your recovery and help prevent constipation and potentially dangerous blood clots. While you're in the hospital, your health care team will monitor your incision for signs of infection.", "Eat fiber rich foods to stay awa...
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what is the definition of global risk
External risk to world-wide environment; outside the influence of a single country's government.
[ "1 Risk is an uncertain event or condition that, if it occurs, has an effect on at least one [project] objective. ( 2 This definition, using project terminology, is easily made universal by removing references to projects). 3 The probability of something happening multiplied by the resulting cost or benefit if it ...
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what is the role of the microtubules in cell division? answer
Microtubule play important roles in cell division, intracellular transport, cell movement and in the maintenance of cell structure. Microtubules(MTs) are polymers of dimeric alpha and beta tubulins. They are one of the cytoskeletal elements. They provide rigidity to the cell thereby maintaining its shape.
[ "Microtubules function to support the cell shape, but they also help cell division. Microtubules can be used like train tracks in the cell along which vesicles and structures can be transported by riding across them. A fourth important function of microtubules is in cell movement.", "Below are some common protein...
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what version of windows is my ipaq compatible with
A. The HP iPAQ rx1950 Pocket PC with Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ operating system makes your Pocket PC easier than ever to use with the following features: • Persistent storage helps prevent loss of data when battery power is lost. In addition, overall device efficiency has improved, yielding more battery life.
[ "Easy way to connect without any activesync software is: on your iPAQ, 1. go to your setting menu, 2. select connections, 3. select activesync mode, 4. change the connection type from RNDIS Sync Mode to USB Serial Sync Mode. Use your iPAQ to PC interface cable with USB end connector and just connect straight to you...
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who owns i and love and you pet food
Led by CEO and natural pet product pioneer Marty Grosjean, I and love and you was co-founded in 2012 by Brendan Synnott, founder of Bear Naked granola and EVOL burritos, Chris Bentley, co-founder of Aspen Pet, and Steve Ball, former brand manager at Nestle, General Mills and Small Planet Foods.
[ "Employee Mike Grady rubs Bria across the front counter of Only Natural Pet Store in Boulder, which has created a line of all-natural pet food called I and Love and You. The brand is also on treats, vitamins, grooming care, and flea- and tick-protection products. Only Natural owner Marty Grosjean partnered with thr...
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do you fertilize clematis
Fertilize your established clematis once per month throughout the growing season, starting in early to mid-spring and continuing into midsummer. Use a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer at a rate of approximately 4 tablespoons per 10 square feet of garden around the vine. Discontinue fertilization if blooms appear, because a...
[ "Fertilize your established clematis once per month throughout the growing season, starting in early to mid-spring and continuing into midsummer. Use a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer at a rate of approximately 4 tablespoons per 10 square feet of garden around the vine.Discontinue fertilization if blooms appear, becau...
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world largest ship engine
Back… Click HERE to read Part 1 of our Mega Engine Series. The Emma Maersk’s Wartsila-Sulzer RTA96-C turbocharged two-stroke diesel ship engine is the most powerful and most efficient prime-mover of super ships in the world today. The RTA96-C is the largest engine in the world and is available in 6 through 14 cylinder ...
[ "Largest marine engine. Share. The Wärtsilä RT-flex96C is a turbocharged, two-stroke reciprocating diesel engine designed to power large container ships and is the world’s largest engine. Built in the Aioi Works of Japan's Diesel United, Ltd, it has a length of 27 metres (88 ft 7 in), is 13.5 metres (44 ft 4 in) hi...
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what is pale ale
Pale ale is a type of beer that is brewed with mostly pale malts for a more equal malt-to-hop ratio. It’s made with a warm fermentation process, which keeps the product at temperatures usually between 59 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit. The greater amount of pale malts causes the beer to have a lighter color and flavor.
[ "Pale ale is an ale made with predominantly pale malt. The higher proportion of pale malts results in a lighter color. The term pale ale first appeared around 1703 for beers made from malts dried with coke, which resulted in a lighter color than other beers popular at that time. Different brewing practices and hop ...
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definition of square rooting
square root. (MATHEMATICS) each positive number has another number that, when multiplied times itself, equals that number. So, for example, 4 has a square root of 2 (2 x 2 = 4). The square root of a negative number is an imaginary number. Imaginary numbers are not, by themselves, useful solutions to math problems; but ...
[ "In mathematics, a square root of a number x is a number r such that r2 = x, or in words, a number r whose square (the result of multiplying the number by itself) is x. Every non-negative real number x has a unique non-negative square root, called the principal square root and denoted with a radical symbol as . For...
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how to erase samsung phone
Step3 Connect your Samsung device to the computer. Here you need take out an USB cable to connect your Samsung devices with the computer, if your device is detected by the program, you can see the information of your Samsung on the left panel.Now you can click Erase Now to enter the data erasing interface. Step4 Perman...
[ "Step 3. Start to wipe all Samsung data. Finally, give a click on the button of Start to delete all data from your Samsung phone or tablet at once. All the private information like contacts, messages, account info, passwords, emails and more will be erased permanently.Nothing can be recovered any more!Related Artic...
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