What do you do when a mechanic rips you off? Here’s what to say and to expect: Describe the problem fully. Provide as much information as possible. Don’t offer a diagnosis. Avoid saying what you think is causing the problem. Request a test drive. If the problem occurs only when the car is moving, ask […]
How did the British try to cut down on smuggling?
How did the British try to cut down on smuggling? The Navigation Acts and the Molasses Act are examples of royal attempts to restrict colonial trade. Smuggling is the way the colonists ignored these restrictions. Distance and the size of the British Empire worked to colonial advantage. How did parliament hope to stop smuggling? In […]
Which is correct poinsettia or poinsettia?
Which is correct poinsettia or poinsettia? Some say poinsetta and some say poinsettia. In both cases, either pronunciation is acceptable. This traditional holiday houseplant, a native of Mexico, is named for Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first United States Ambassador to Mexico (circa 1820). What is the common name for poinsettia? Euphorbia pulcherrima Euphorbia pulcherrima (poinsettia) […]
What is the meaning of Article III Section 20?
What is the meaning of Article III Section 20? Sec. 20, Article III, 1987 Constitution. “No person shall be imprisoned for debt on non-payment of a poll tax”. This provision is enshrined in our Constitution as one of the Rights of an individual. This provision prohibits the enactment of a law criminalising non-payment of debt […]
What is good for foot pain and swelling?
What is good for foot pain and swelling? Here are 10 to try. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day. Buy compression socks. Soak in a cool Epsom salt bath for about 15 to 20 minutes. Elevate your feet, preferably above your heart. Get moving! Magnesium supplements can be helpful for some people. […]
What percentage of crime is committed by repeat offenders?
What percentage of crime is committed by repeat offenders? According to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California’s recidivism rate has averaged around 50% over the past ten years. How many US prisoners are repeat offenders? The most striking number is this: About 45 percent of federal inmates are rearrested within five years of […]
What is Grandma Simpsons name?
What is Grandma Simpsons name? Mona Penelope Simpson Mona Simpson (The Simpsons) Mona Simpson Full name Mona Penelope Simpson (née Olsen) Gender Female Occupation Activist Spouse Abe Simpson (ex-husband) What is Homer’s father’s name? Grampa Simpson Homer Simpson/Father What is Bart Simpson’s full name? Bartholomew JoJo Simpson Bart Simpson Designed by Matt Groening Voiced by […]
How do I know what kind of lawn mower I have?
How do I know what kind of lawn mower I have? For push mowers, the lawn mower engine model number is generally the number stamped into metal directly on your engine. Some push mower engines come with a cover or “shroud”. It should be noted that these covers come in a variety of colors, sizes […]
What temperature does salt water boil?
What temperature does salt water boil? Seawater of 35 psu has a specific heat of 0.932 compared with 1.000 for pure water. Pure water freezes at 0 °C and boils at 100 °C (212 °F) under normal pressure conditions. When salt is added, the freezing point is lowered and the boiling point is raised. Does […]
What robots went to Mercury?
What robots went to Mercury? Only one NASA spacecraft has visited Mercury and that was Mariner 10 in 1974 and 1975. It was programmed to fly by the planet three times to take images of its heavily-cratered surface. What are the names of satellites or robots that explored Mercury? Two spacecraft have visited the planet […]