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How to Graph in MATLAB
This article is meant to give new users to MATLAB a basic introduction to graphing data. It is not meant to cover every detail of graphing in MATLAB, but should cover enough to get you started. This introduction assumes no previous experience in program...
How to Take an Inch off Your Waist
Losing any amount of weight, which in turn will allow you to lose inches, is hard work and takes time. There is no magic formula that will make it happen quickly or easily, but the effort is worth it. There are, however, a few 'tricks' you could consider...
How to Apply Almond Oil to Hair
Almond oil contains all kinds of healthy ingredients for hair like Omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipids, vitamin E, and magnesium. Using almond oil nourishes and strengthens your hair, and is optimal for treating hair loss and damaged hair. A few drops go a...
How to Date Someone You Aren't Attracted To
Dating someone you have a fiery attraction to can be extremely exciting. However, you shouldn’t shut yourself off from someone just because you don’t feel that sense of passion right away. Dating someone who you’re not initially drawn to can be an eye-o...
How to Become an Au Pair in Europe
The practice of opening one's home to an au pair began in Europe after World War II. Women's emancipation meant that more women were taking jobs, and there was a great demand for childcare. Although the word au pair itself dates back to 1897, the meaning...
How to Talk to Your Daughter About Puberty
Talking about bodies, puberty, and sex can be stressful for a parent, but it doesn't have to be. Girls today hit puberty earlier than ever before, typically beginning with the growth of pubic and armpit hair followed by breast buds and, later, menarche or...
How to Dress Like a Little Kid for Halloween
Halloween is fast approaching and you're looking for a costume that is quick and easy and will get a few laughs: why not put together some old, out of style clothes and go as a little kid? Your friends will get a kick out of seeing you flopping around in...
How to Choose Toys for Children
Choosing toys for children might seem simple, but there are a lot of factors to take into consideration. It’s important to think about durability, pricing, safety, educational value, and, of course, fun! Choose plush toys and rattles for babies and musica...
How to Get a Second Bachelor's Degree
If you're still in college, getting a second bachelor's degree could be as easy as picking up a second major.[1] X Research source If you've already graduated from college, it's a bit trickier. Getting a second bachelor's degree can be an im...
How to Write a Technology Blog
Writing a technology blog can be an interesting pastime, a way to build your reputation, or both. Your best bet to build a following for your tech blog is to choose interesting topics and write content that’s accurate, timely, and entertaining. Write for...
How to Make a Basement Smell Better
Because basements are often fully underground, they have a tendency to build up a lot of moisture. Combine that moisture with a lack of sunlight, and you're likely to have a problem with smells caused by mildew. There may be other problems to check for, h...
How to Set up a Pressure Washer
A pressure washer is a machine that increases the water pressure from a residential water spigot to over 1,000 PSI, so the water pressure and an optional cleaning solution can be used to remove unwanted dirt and grime from a variety of objects. You can...
How to Divide Words Into Syllables
All words have at least one syllable. A syllable is a vowel sound that's connected or unconnected to consonants that form a unit of pronunciation. For example, the word "banana" is broken up into three parts, or syllables, for each piece of sound you pron...
How to Draw Stitch from Lilo and Stitch
Experiment 626 may have been the best creation of Dr. Jumba Jookiba, but as cunning and nearly indestructible as it is, 626 can't help but fall in love with the beautiful people of Hawaii, and it becomes best friends with a sweet little girl named Lilo. L...
How to Calculate Calories from Protein
Knowing how to calculate calories from protein can be useful in meal planning. Protein is essential to maintain good health as inadequate protein intake can cause fatigue, hunger, and other physical symptoms. Calculating calories from protein and meal pla...
How to Get a Copy of Your W‐2 from the IRS
Employers must provide wage and tax statements, or W-2s, to their employees each year. This form isn't sent directly to the IRS, however. Employers first send the form to the Social Security Administration (SSA), which transmits the federal information to...