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How to Calculate Ratios
Ratios are mathematical expressions that compare two or more numbers. They can compare absolute quantities and amounts or can be used to compare portions of a larger whole. Ratios can be calculated and written in several different ways, but the principles...
How to Tell if Your Home Has Code Violations
Building inspectors can make mistakes, disreputable builders can cut corners, or a house may predate current building codes. Here are some steps to help you determine if your home (or one you're wanting to purchase) has building code violations, knowledge...
How to Adopt a Family Member
Adopting a family member, commonly known as a kinship adoption, can benefit not only the child, but also the extended family. When a parent dies, becomes unable to care for the child, or the child ends up in the foster care system, a kinship adoption can...
3 Easy Ways to Change Your Outlook Password on the Web or in the App
When you connect an account to Outlook, you'll enter your email address and password so that Outlook can retrieve and send your emails. If you change your email password, you'll need to change the password in Outlook so that it can access your account. Yo...
How to Become a Cheerleader in Middle School
If you have ever wanted to become a cheerleader for any reason, now is the time to start, at least three months before tryouts. In middle school, becoming a cheerleader is a lot easier than in high school. If you want to become a cheerleader, you need to...
How to Remove Makeup from Clothing
If you wear makeup, you’re probably familiar with the dreaded feeling of accidentally getting some of it on your clothes while you’re applying it. To remove any type of makeup quickly in any environment, you can remove most of it with regular soap and wat...
How to Respond to False Accusations
Rumors, smears, and unjust characterizations can happen online, in the workplace, and in the courtroom. Some false stories die, and some spread. Whether you're falsely accused to your face, behind your back, in the court, or in print, it is vital to stay...
How to Remove a Broken Contact Lens
Experts say that pieces of a contact can't go behind your eye, so try not to worry if you're having trouble removing a broken contact.[1] X Trustworthy Source American Academy of Opthamologists Professional medical organization focused on advocati...
How to Talk to People when You're Shy
There's nothing bad about shyness, but it just doesn't help much in having many friends. Rather than being lonely and friendless, follow these steps to put yourself out there, talk and make friends.
How to Make Garlic Juice
Many people tout the health benefits of garlic juice. Some claim that garlic serves as an effective antibiotic that helps your immune system ward off colds, and many believe that the antioxidants in garlic can help prevent cell damage and expel toxins. Ot...
How to Create a Wall Collage
Making a collage is a great way to decorate an empty wall since you can incorporate different media and images into a single cohesive piece. You can use your collage to display your interests, people you care about, or just images you enjoy. After selecti...
How to Remove Skunk Odor from Dogs
Skunk odor is one of the strongest smells your dog is likely to encounter. And if it smells bad to you, be thankful you don't have a nose as sensitive as the poor dog. While many home remedies have been invented and passed around in desperation, most of t...
How to Get a High Score on Subway Surfers
Are your friends all getting higher scores than you in Subway Surfers? Turn the tables on them by taking your game to the next level. With the right tips and tricks, you’ll be topping their scores in no time.
How to Be an Entrepreneurial Mom
Being self-employed allows you to create your own schedule, be flexible and even care for your children. There are a growing number of entrepreneurial stay-at-home moms who have successfully started their own home-based businesses. An entrepreneur is not...
How to Make Your Parents Proud Again After Disappointing Them as a Student
Few things hurt more than parental disappointment. You may already be stressed about your struggles at school, and it's not easy to know your parents aren't happy with how you're doing. Evaluating the problem and taking action can help make things better.
How to Defend Yourself With Words
Confrontation isn’t fun, no matter how you’re looking at it. It’s understandably emotional and upsetting to have rude, unfounded statements, arguments, and assumptions thrown in your direction, or to be blamed for something in the middle of a conversation...