2/11/2023 0 Comments Who was the first to calculate pi![]() Simply determine what power of 10 the decimal extends to, use that power of 10 as the denominator, enter each number to the right of the decimal point as the numerator, and simplify. It does, however, require the understanding that each decimal place to the right of the decimal point represents a power of 10 the first decimal place being 10 1, the second 10 2, the third 10 3, and so on. Converting between fractions and decimals:Ĭonverting from decimals to fractions is straightforward. In both cases, fractions are presented in their lowest forms by dividing both numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor. The calculator provided returns fraction inputs in both improper fraction form as well as mixed number form. As such, fraction solutions are commonly expressed in their simplified forms. It is often easier to work with simplified fractions. Refer to the equations below for clarification. When a is a fraction, this essentially involves exchanging the position of the numerator and the denominator. In order to divide fractions, the fraction in the numerator is multiplied by the reciprocal of the fraction in the denominator. The process for dividing fractions is similar to that for multiplying fractions. If possible, the solution should be simplified. Simply, the numerators and denominators of each fraction are multiplied, and the result forms a new numerator and denominator. Unlike adding and subtracting, it is not necessary to compute a common denominator in order to multiply fractions. Multiplying fractions is fairly straightforward. Refer to the addition section as well as the equations below for clarification. A common denominator is required for the operation to occur. ![]() EX:įraction subtraction is essentially the same as fraction addition. To complete an addition (or subtraction) problem, multiply the numerators and denominators of each fraction in the problem by whatever value will make the denominators 12, then add the numerators. The first multiple they all share is 12, so this is the least common multiple. The least common multiple is the first shared multiple of these three numbers. In the example above, the denominators were 4, 6, and 2. Using the least common multiple can be more efficient and is more likely to result in a fraction in simplified form. EX:Īn alternative method for finding a common denominator is to determine the least common multiple (LCM) for the denominators, then add or subtract the numerators as one would an integer. Just multiply the numerators and denominators of each fraction in the problem by the product of the denominators of all the other fractions (not including its own respective denominator) in the problem. This process can be used for any number of fractions. However, in most cases, the solutions to these equations will not appear in simplified form (the provided calculator computes the simplification automatically). This is arguably the simplest way to ensure that the fractions have a common denominator. The numerators also need to be multiplied by the appropriate factors to preserve the value of the fraction as a whole. Multiplying all of the denominators ensures that the new denominator is certain to be a multiple of each individual denominator. One method for finding a common denominator involves multiplying the numerators and denominators of all of the fractions involved by the product of the denominators of each fraction. Unlike adding and subtracting integers such as 2 and 8, fractions require a common denominator to undergo these operations. Fractions can undergo many different operations, some of which are mentioned below. Note that the denominator of a fraction cannot be 0, as it would make the fraction undefined. If a person were to eat 3 slices, the remaining fraction of the pie would therefore be 5Īs shown in the image to the right. 1 of those 8 slices would constitute the numerator of a fraction, while the total of 8 slices that comprises the whole pie would be the denominator. A more illustrative example could involve a pie with 8 slices. , the numerator is 3, and the denominator is 8. The numerator represents the number of equal parts of a whole, while the denominator is the total number of parts that make up said whole. It consists of a numerator and a denominator. In mathematics, a fraction is a number that represents a part of a whole. ![]() Use this calculator if the numerators or denominators are very big integers.
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2/11/2023 0 Comments Piano chord dictionary abadd9C/E).Ī parenthesis can sometimes be seen in the chord name, for example C(#5), meaning that the chord has an alteration or extension. Sus, Dim and Aug are abbreviations for suspended, diminished and augmented.įor inverted chords a slash is used between the original chord name and the alternative bass note (i.e. Then the chord is written with a sole letter, as in C, it is a major chord. When looking at piano chord symbols, we often see # (pronounced sharp) or b (pronounced flat), for example C# or Db. To understand the pictures used in the piano chord guide it is to your advantage to know all the notes on the keyboard. Therefore, you should strive for placing your hand somewhere in the middle. ![]() You will notice, however, that there is more bass on the left part of the keyboard and more treble as you go to the right. Since the pattern of keys repeat itself on the keyboard, you can place your hand in many positions. To play the actual chord on a piano, press down all keys marked in red (if needed, see a diagram compared to a realistic picture). On the image below you can see one example of how a piano chord is presented on this site including a diagram:Ī red color means that the key is part of the chord that is in focus. Combining themĪfter you learned some chords, the next step is to combine them into progressions. See fingerings illustrated with pictures. Normally, the ring fingers are the weakest and need the most strength training. On this site you can find fingerings for the chords, these are suggestions that strives to follow the standard way, but must not be optimal in all situations or for all hands.Įxercises could be done for developing independence among the fingers. The numbers are used to simplify and represent the five fingers from thumb (1) to little finger (5), regardless if the left or right hand is concerned. The most common fingerings for triads using right-hand are, in order: thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).The most common fingerings for triads using left-hand are, in order: little finger (5), middle finger (3) and thumb (1). ![]() ![]()
2/11/2023 0 Comments Tick tock mother f![]() I recently posted this, but Night Driving by Brolin fits: Or, Joshua Burnside, Driving Alone in the City at… Can't we all…Īnd hey, Luigi, thank you for the report - I am glad you had such a wonderful time! Speaking of Serbian food, here's the song Ajvar OK, the singer is a Croatian. However, I can't do the splits on stage any more. Playing with the old band was a lot of fun. One of the things I like about it is that it's one… ![]() Have you ever been to Croatia or Serbia? The answer is no. They know my wife there, and they treated me like family. I also like to hear those accents in songs. My neighbor is Croatian, and the sense I get is that the more distance people get from the conflict, both… If you've ever heard a live recording of "The Winner Takes It All" it comes… I typically make this recipe - and it too makes…Ībba has a good one. Ooh I love gingersnaps and these look amazing. Leftover roast beef with Spatzele and gravy. I'm not…Īlternating between… Oven cooked tandoori chicken with rice and red lentil curry. I made beet salad from new arrivals at the farmers market, not holdovers from cold storage. I made beef stock in the Instant Pot this afternoon, still waiting for it to release before I can get… OK, what else is there for a Mabon feast? This page talks about burritos, which I'm guessing isn't ancient Celtic… ![]() I’ve got some blackberries in the freezer, if I have… I got a good deal on some good looking bone in chicken thighs & couldn't figure out what I wanted… I've been craving carrots, I don't know why. Also great leftovers for lunch tomorrow sounds like. Speaking of scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze, it must be an awfully slow news day over at…Įither of those sounds good, hope you got it figured out. The roast beef is leftovers given to me by mom post family dinner. Ooh sounds good! I'm hit or miss on beets, but I can imagine how good fresh ones would make all… Those QDOBA lunch boxes are really convenient for accomodating carnivores/omnivores/vegetarians/vegans, so I can understand why that would be the catered… The GA margin is already up to over 4,000: So, the margin in 3 of the uncalled states is in 5 digit territory… PA Presidential Election Results – Called for Biden (D) …maybe not a realistic picture…but certainly one the appeal of which I cannot find it in me to deny? ![]() …which the likes of the SDNY AG’s office then use to well & truly go to town on his withered ass while flaying his reputation & leaving his family brefet of even the semblance of wealth…& if at all possible lumbered with multiple prosecutions/convictions of their own…something of an object lesson “pour encourager les autres”, if you will …the little voice of optimism (the one that mostly hangs out in the corner of my mind labelled “bitter disappointment”) on the other hand…that obstinate little bastard paints a picture where he tries that…& mitch tells him to drop dead…his precious supreme court leaves him twisting in the proverbial wind…& as the vultures circle the rotting corpse in search of debts he can’t pay he entirely loses his shit & mortally wounds the GOP in a glorious bonfire of the vanities the likes of which have never been seen before …so, the cynic in me says all he’d need to do would be to appeal to their shittier nature & get them hooked on the idea that he’s still the best dog-whistling asshole-whisperer in the business & nobody else can keep the frothing mass they’ve come to rely on as their unhinged base swallowing the crap they need them to…like the typhoid mary of cognitive dissonance or something 2/11/2023 0 Comments Midautumn festival images![]() Image credit: can fill rice buckets, toss herb prescriptions, and play chess here. At the basement floor of the Shiseido Valley, a mega-sized bunny sits by the vortex, alongside an ancient China-inspired street filled with themed carnival games. Image credit: you love Jewel Changi ’s Rain Vortex or its plethora of food options, visit the glitzy mall this Mid-Autumn Festival to see it flushed with colourful decor. Jewel Changi – Light installations & carnival games While you’re there, join in on the heritage tours, riddle guessing, and storytelling sessions – they’re bound to thrill the little ones.įind out more in our article on the Wan Qing Mid-Autumn Festival. The Moon, Sun, and several planets now take over the outdoor lawn of the Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall and we simply can’t get enough of how squishy they look. You know, we never really pegged Mid-Autumn Festival as a cutesy event but you have to admit that going the adorable route works wonders for the Wan Qing Mid-Autumn Festival. Image credit: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall Wan Qing Mid-Autumn Festival – Outdoor planet-themed lanterns Other than sampling mooncakes at shopping mall food fairs, here are some massive displays, marketplaces, and carnival games to visit with the family. This year, physical celebrations are back in full force. For those who love delish mooncakes and whimsical lantern decor, you know it: Mid-Autumn Festival has arrived with pretty light-ups and seasonal delicacies. ![]() Places to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in 2022Īs “festival season” – rolls around, it’s only necessary to keep track of the latest happenings in town. 2/11/2023 0 Comments Bad piggies hacked online![]() ![]() If you do not understand what is causing this behavior, please contact us here. If you promise to stop (by clicking the Agree button below), we'll unblock your connection for now, but we will immediately re-block it if we detect additional bad behavior.
2/11/2023 0 Comments Hearing aid batteries![]() When choosing a hearing aid, it's a good idea to think through which battery type works best for you. Now, though, many hearing aid models come with rechargeable batteries. Traditionally, most hearing aids used tiny "button" batteries that wearers had to change every few days to weeks. Following these steps is also an essential part of good hearing aid maintenance.Like any technological device, hearing aids run on batteries. Second, it will allow moisture trapped in the battery compartment to evaporate, preventing corrosion on the contacts. First, it will help conserve power, increasing the useful life of your batteries. You should open the battery compartment every night for two reasons. Clean gently using the brush on your cleaning tool. Be sure to keep batteries separate from objects like keys and coins during storage and use.Ĭlean your batteries and battery compartments regularly.ĭirty, dusty, or greasy batteries, battery compartments, and battery contacts can cause your hearing aids to work poorly or stop functioning all together. Keep batteries away from metallic objects.īeing stored in close proximity to metal objects can cause batteries to short circuit or lose charge. ![]() Since zinc-air batteries need oxygen to produce power, putting them into your hearing aid too quickly can reduce their lifespan and charge. Avoid extreme heat (like the car in summer), cold (like the refrigerator), and moisture (like the bathroom).Īllow batteries to absorb oxygen for at least one minute before insertion. Follow these guidelines on storage, installation, and maintenance to keep your hearing aids operating at their peak performance levels.īatteries will last longer if they’re stored between 50 and 77 degrees in a low-humidity, low-moisture area. Proper care starts well before you start using a new hearing aid battery. Improper battery care can lead to a shorter lifespan and reduced functionality. On the plus side, they eliminate the need to carry around batteries, and many of the newer hearing aids with rechargeable batteries can also work with zinc-air batteries. This is an expense the user should prepare for. One of the shortfalls of rechargeable batteries is the need for replacement every couple of years as the battery life diminishes from repeat charges. Rechargeable battery technology means batteries last longer between charges and maintain a consistent power drain throughout the time of use. Rechargeable hearing aid batteries can be recharged when not in use. Your hearing care provider will explain which type and of battery will work in your hearing aid. There is a different type and size of zinc-air battery for each type and style of hearing aid. The batteries are activated when the pull-tab is peeled off and oxygen starts the activation process. Zinc-air technology requires oxygen to produce power. ![]() Zinc-air batteries are the most common hearing aid battery. With proper care and maintenance, you can extend your battery life expectancy and ensure your hearing aids are operating at their maximum performance levels. Understanding your hearing aid batteries is important. There are many styles of hearing aids available, but they have at least one thing in common: they all need batteries to function. 2/11/2023 0 Comments Black ops 3 solo almost impossible![]() He dressed well and had a taste for expensive suits and ties. Although little was revealed about his background or his partner's, Solo comes across as the more accessible and straightforward of the two men. Kuryakin, on the other hand, is reserved, intellectual, and intense. Solo is urbane, self-assured, sociable, charming, and laid-back. The two characters are, in many ways, polar opposites. Most of the episodes devote equal screen time to Kuryakin and Solo, and much of the success of the program was based on the chemistry between McCallum and Vaughn. During the switch to color in the second season, new badges were created and Robert Vaughn, mistaking the earlier II for an eleven, chose the wrong badge number for Solo.) It was originally intended that Solo would be the primary focus of the series, however the unexpected popularity of the Russian agent, Illya Kuryakin, played by David McCallum, saw McCallum elevated to co-star status. ![]() (In the first season he wore a badge with the Roman numeral II designating him as head of Section Two. Solo is Number One in Section Two (Operations and Enforcement) at U.N.C.L.E. The show's original concept had Solo as a Canadian but he is consistently American in the show. ![]() But Solo is considerably less intense and also less brutal than the British Secret Service agent, and he possesses a laid-back ease that recalls the young Cary Grant. Solo possesses a charm, sophistication, efficiency, and weakness for beautiful women comparable to James Bond's. The Cosmonaut is the first boss that damages a player while stealing their perks at the same time.Napoleon Solo (left) and his partner Illya Kuryakin ( David McCallum) ![]() In Black Ops III, sounds of Russian coms chatter can be heard, however it's very quiet and usually difficult to hear. He can sneak up on you very easily, especially with a P.E.S. He is almost silent, and almost impossible to hear. The frequencies will go back to normal once he is killed.Īlthough there isn't much about his Origins, it is believed that he was an Astronaut at Griffon Station who was infected with Element 115. This explosion also kills nearby zombies.Īfter being grabbed by the Cosmonaut, the player has about two or three seconds to escape, however their movement speed is heavily decreased.Īdditionally, when the Cosmonaut is alive, the frequency in which the Excavators activate is increased with each round. If you kill him with zero gravity and you are near him, you will be flung into the air. When killed, he will explode with the same effect as a Q.E.D explosion. His movement speeds are a bit faster in areas of the map with gravity, but that's only in the remastered version in Black Ops 3. He will always walk as if there's zero gravity even if there is gravity. The Cosmonaut walks very slowly, about as slowly as George Romero in his calm state. He spawns just like a Hellhound, with a burst of electricity. He makes his first appearance on rounds 1 to 4- after killing him he will spawn every two to four rounds. However, in private or public matches, his name will be the name of one of the host's friends. When playing Solo or split screen, he will have a randomly generated name. He will look just like any other player with a P.E.S, however he has a red name over him. The Cosmonaut has only ever been seen in Moon and hasn't been seen anywhere else. 2/11/2023 0 Comments Funhouse pinball![]() This is the one to own! FunHouse is a very sought after pinball machine that doesn’t last very long in our inventory. This pinball machine is functioning 100% and is ready to be enjoyed in your home and includes a 30 day warranty on the electronics. All in all, for being 30 years old this is a BEAUTIFUL looking example of FunHouse Pinball Machine.įunHouse has been thoroughly gone over by our technician team who have over 30 years combined experience servicing pinball machines. There are also a couple decorative playfield plastics that are chipped, but these in no way effect game play, but we felt it was worth noting to any perspective buyer. Playfield comes installed with factory mylar protecting the majority of the playfield preventing it from wear, whoever it does show some wear in the non-mylared areas. Cliffy protectors installed at the scoop holes.īoth alphanumeric displays are nice and bright and have no issues. This upgrade looks much better, the LED’s last longer and they put less strain on the electronics of the pinball as they consume less energy. New clear playfield posts & rubber rings installed, new balls and all illumination on this game has been upgraded to super, premium non-ghosting LED’s. ![]() Playfield was stripped of all components on the top side and was thoroughly cleaned and polished. The playfield has just been waxed plus new rubbers. We have just thoroughly shopped this machine. Funhouse 1990 Pinball Machine by Williams Fully serviced & ready to enjoy. The cabinet has been sanded smooth and a new set of cabinet decals have been applied as well as new siderails, legs, leg levelers and leg bolts. This FunHouse Pinball Machine is in very nice condition and we have just completed a full reconditioning job to this machine. Find out everything about FunHouse (Williams, 1990) pinball machine General game details, ratings and reviews, photos, videos, high scores, places to play and find machines currently for sale on our market place. For instance, any time a player makes the clock’s hands move a notch closer to midnight, Rudy would shout, “Stay away from my clock!” As a sweet revenge, players does have the option of getting back at Rudy by hitting him with the pinball or shooting it into his mouth while he was talking (a tricky shot, but one worth 250,000 points). That talking wooden mug taunts players when they make mistakes and gets angry when they do well. In fact, his giant head sits at the back of the playfield, watching the game with roving eyes and taunting you with every shot you make. This is no mean feat, as the player has to deal with Rudy the entire game. The object of the game is to put Rudy to sleep by scoring points to push the hands of this clock forward. An elaborate clock is painted in the middle of this playfield. The game’s playfield is Rudy’s lair, the funhouse of the carnival is painted with a wild color scheme dominated by reds, yellows and blues. The premise of FunHouse is that Rudy has come to life and taken over the carnival. There are two primary objectives: getting to multiball by putting Rudy to. ![]() The pinball machine you remember with the creepy mechanical talking head on the playfield, “Rudy”. As an early 90s pinball machine, FunHouse can be classified as a score attack table. 2/10/2023 0 Comments Linux mint![]() ![]() So people here hate it when users get to choose what updates to install, and they hate it when updates are mandatory. This was the case with windows up until windows 10 when they started forcing updates. If you choose not to install the updates, that's your problem. VelvetElvis: “As a Ubuntu derivative, nothing in Universe gets security support. This sounds like a paid article, or it was written by someone related to the Linux Mint team.” QuidsUp did a video covering the subject. ”Oh no, you can install anything you'd like at your own risk, but the stuff we recommend - that's postponed”.”ħ26829201992228386: “Skip the bullshit PR piece and read the important article on verifying ISO images.”ĭrakofrost: “It's funny how the article completely ignores the fact that with the default settings, kernel updates are not installed, which leaves the system completely vulnerable.Īnd the ISO was compromised, even the Linux Mint team itself admitted it. That's what the rest of us call held back, and delayed updates! Then in the next paragraph he denies Mint updates are delayed since they're pulled directly from Ubuntu or Debian's repositories, which is true, but because of the stability issues they're not recommended updates in Mint until they are tested. Halfpac: “First he admits Mint is holding back security updates, and talks it down by mentioning you can install them at your own risk. The article at DistroWatch caught the attention of redditors in the Linux subreddit and they shared their thoughts about Linux Mint and security: For the most part, Mint's reputation concerning software security mostly seems to grow out of misunderstandings about how the distribution's update manager works. There have been a few minor problems, but nothing out of the ordinary. There is no delay or hold placed on packages before they become available to Mint users.Īs it stands, Linux Mint's security record is about the same as other popular Linux distributions. Likewise, when Ubuntu publishes a security fix, it can be instantly downloaded by Linux Mint users. This means that as soon as security updates appear in Debian's repositories, the updates are available to Linux Mint Debian Edition users. Both flavours of Mint pull in security updates directly from their respective upstream distributions. Mint has two upstream distributions, Ubuntu for the main editions of Linux Mint and Debian for Linux Mint Debian Edition. This rumour is entirely untrue and I have so far been unable to find a cause for the claim. Installing a poorly rated update might prevent the system from booting or cause the desktop to stop working properly.Īnother common rumour is that Mint delays security updates, causing fixes to arrive in Mint later than on other distributions such as Debian or Ubuntu. A rating of four or five indicated the update was likely to cause stability issues. A rating of three was the default and considered mostly safe, if untested. ![]() A rating of one or two indicated the software was safe to install. In the past, Mint's update manager would display a full list of available security updates with each update assigned a safety rating. ![]() This is not entirely accurate, but it is easy to understand where the idea came from. Perhaps the most common misconception I run into is that Linux Mint's update manager blocks access to security updates. I would like to clear up a few of the more common rumours. In particular, most of the rumours and misunderstandings I have encountered have revolved around Mint's security practises and history. Mint has been a popular project in recent years and, with many people using the distribution and talking about the project, there is bound to be some mis-communication. Some of the more common misunderstandings I have encountered recently have involved the Linux Mint distribution. But how accurate are such perceptions? Does Linux Mint really suffer from security problems or is it all much ado about nothing?Ī writer at DistroWatch wades into the controversy and examines some of the myths and misunderstandings about Linux Mint and security. Linux Mint has been lambasted by some in the media for security problems over the last few years. Rearranging the Launchpad Rearranging the Mac Launchpad is very easy - all you need to do is to click and hold the icon you wish to move, and then drag it around. You can easily find applications using search box on the top or drag the app to trash bin to delete from your Mac. Click and hold on the app you wish to put in a folder until it starts wiggling. WAGmob brings you simpleNeasy, on-the-go learning app for "iMac 101". Click the Launchpad icon in the Dock, or pinch closed with your thumb and three fingers on your trackpad. How to organize apps on Launchpad in macOS Big Sur on Desktop. Choose the one that contains the apps' icons. If you're not keeping your old Mac and plan to give it away, sell it, or trade it in, be sure to erase the data on it and perform a factory reset.If you don't see an X, it's either a required Mac App or it didn't come from the App Store.
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