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How to Research a Topic
With so much information potentially available at your fingertips, having a research assignment can be daunting. However, if you approach your research methodically, you'll be able to answer any research question in a thoughtful and comprehensive way. Dev...
How to Become Good Friends With Someone
It takes time to become good friends with someone. There is a process of introducing yourself, getting to know a person, and building a friendship over time. Some people have a very easy time making friends, while others find it to be challenging. However...
How to Make Wasabi
Wasabi is a flavor-packed condiment eaten with sushi and other Asian meals. This Japanese condiment adds flavor and heat as a base ingredient in sauces and spreads. Making wasabi is easy, and it only takes a few steps with the right ingredients.[1] X R...
How to Hatch Chicken Eggs
Hatching chicken eggs is an extremely rewarding experience, which requires good planning, dedication, flexibility and observation skills. Chicken eggs have an incubation period of about 21 days and can be hatched using either a specialized incubator under...
How to Become an Automotive Engineer
Engineering is the study of structure and design. Automotive engineers apply that study to developing and manufacturing cars, trucks and cargo vehicles. The field includes separate specialties, each of which requires its own specialized education and care...
How to Cook a T Bone Steak
A T-bone steak is a prime cut of beef that gets its name from the T-shaped bone that divides it. It is cut from a vertebral cross-section of the strip loin and the tenderloin, two of the most succulent sections of meat on a cow. Regardless of which cookin...
How to Create a Memory Cookbook
Every family has great recipes that they treat as special and that are associated with particular members of the family, whether it's because they cooked it, made it up, or enjoyed it with relish. A memory cookbook is a way of remembering certain members...
How to Paint a Motorcycle
Custom motorcycle paint jobs are a great way to give your bike a unique look. Do it yourself and you can cut down on labor costs while having more control over the personal touches that you want to add. Furthermore, it can be a lot of fun to paint a motor...
An Expert-Approved Guide to Growing Alfalfa Sprouts
Alfalfa sprouts grow quickly, sprouting in just three to five days. You can grow them in a glass jar or a small tray, and you only need 1 tablespoon of seeds to get 1 1/2 cups of sprouts. These nutritious sprouts are high in antioxidants and are a great a...
The Best Ways to Get to Know Someone on a Deeper Level
If you've ever met someone and thought, "They seem really cool—I wish they were my best friend," then you've come to the right place. Any kind of relationship, even a friendship, can take some time to fully develop. With patience, you'll get to know each...
How to Clean Wood Blinds
Wood blinds are a great addition to any window and create a more sophisticated look than the typical plastic, vinyl, or cloth blinds that are available at most department stores. However, unlike other blinds, wood blinds require special care when being cl...
How to Install a Tub Drain
Whether you’re fixing a faulty drain or upgrading your hardware, installing a new drain is a fairly straightforward job. After removing the old stopper, take out the old drain flange, or the housing that connects the tub and drain to the pipe below. Cover...
How to Tell if Your Girlfriend Likes Someone Else
Even the most loving, trusting relationships sometimes go through periods of doubt. If you've found yourself worrying that your girlfriend is harboring feelings for someone else, looking for certain subtle hints in the things she does, the things she says...
How to Impress Your Parents
How can you impress your parents and make them happy? Odds are, your parents love you already, but all you need to really impress them is a little extra kindness, responsibility, and a positive attitude. By helping out your parents, doing well in school,...
How to Measure a Straight Line Distance Using a Topo Map
A topographic map is a two-dimensional map that represents a three-dimensional area using contour lines to indicate elevation of the earth’s surface. The first means of measuring distance on a topographical map, or any map, is the straight line distance,...
How to Write a Professional Growth Plan
A professional growth plan is a document that outlines a professional's goals, strengths, weaknesses, and an action plan for achieving career objectives. Although graduating students, educators, employees in large companies, and executive coaching clients...