Is fiction more heavily influenced by other forms of prose, like the essay?Is fiction more…
- LITERATURE
Is fiction more heavily influenced by other forms of prose, like the essay?Is fiction more…
Literature is influenced heavily by fiction in terms of reader numbers. Whether the most popular forms of fiction qualify as literature is another matter of opinion and always up for debate. For…
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- LITERATURE
Literature of the 20s and 30sDoes environment influence one set of writers more than another from…
This is a fairly wide open question. I think that it will be nearly impossible to answer the question fully in this forum. Yet, I do believe that there can be some initial thoughts suggested….
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- THE TELL-TALE HEART
In “The Tell-Tale Heart,” please can you comment on the use of punctuation throughout the…
This is a great question! We need to remember the point of view adopted in this great story. Poe writes using first person perspective, and in addition, if you are a shrewd reader, you will notice…
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- A DOLL’S HOUSE
How and why does Ibsen undermine and at the same time affirm the female stereotype in A Doll’s…
In Henrik Ibsen’s play A Doll’s House, it appears that while Ibsen undermines the female stereotype, he affirms it as well. In the central plot of the story (and there are several plots moving…
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- PHYSICS
What is flow of energy through the wall in the following problem?The PasivHaus standard for low…
According to the PasivHaus standard for low energy building, the U-values of the building material should be such that the energy flow is 0.15 W/m^2*K flows through them. Now the area of a standard…
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- PHYSICS
What is the time required?How long would a 5 kW heater need to turn a mass of 2.5 kg of water at…
1 watt = 1 joule/ s. 1 kW = 1kJ/ s. To convert a mass of water at 20 degree C to steam, we have to first heat the water to 100 degree C and then vaporize it. Now the specific heat of water is 4200…
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- PHYSICS
What is the velocity of the yellow disk after the collision?Two shuffleboard disks of equal mass,…
In a perfectly elastic collision, the final momentum of the bodies that collide is the same as their initial momentum. Momentum is given as mass*velocity. Let us take the mass of both the disks to…
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- PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
Write the character sketch of Lady Catherine de Bourgh in Pride and Prejudice.
The easiest way to do this kind of assignment is review each of the scenes where she is present. There are two in particular that give the best picture of her character: the first dinner party at…
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- TEACHERS
Any idea about making a science lesson plan for k-5 student.Any idea about making a science…
It really depends on your skill or standard. Science lesson plans that include hands on, inquiry activities are great. For example, I am teaching a unit on rocks right now. I have rocks in my…
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- GUIDE TO LITERARY TERMS
List and define six literary terms with example. literary terms and their definitions
I cannot provide you with literary terms and their definitions, but I can identify six literary terms with examples, and give you locations to find definitions. ANNABELLE LEE by Edgar Allan Poe It…
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- MATH
What is the curve which has a slope of 6x^2 at (x, y) and if the curve passes through (4,8)?
We know that the slope of a curve y = f(x) at the point (x, y) is given as dy/dx. Now, we are given that dy/dx = 6x^2. We will solve this equation by integrating both sides with respect to x:…
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- A ROSE FOR EMILY
How does William Faulkner reveal his personal struggles in life through Miss Emily’s isolation…
To be honest, Hawthorne more than Faulkner was renowned for his struggles with isolation and loneliness in the world. Therefore, I don’t necessarily think we can establish a link between Faulkner’s…
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- MATH
Solve the system of equations: 3x + 2y + 4z = 20, 13x + 12y + z = 4 and x+ y + z =9
We have to solve the system of equations: 3x + 2y + 4z = 20…(1) 13x + 12y + z = 4…(2) x+ y + z =9…(3) Now (2) – (3) => 13x + 12y + z – (x+ y + z) = 4 – 9 => 13x + 12y + z – x -…
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- THE SIGNAL-MAN
Explain how the writer creates fear and suspense in “The Signal-man” in full details.
With stories such as this one that focus on mystery and terror, a good place to start with analysing how this fear and suspense is created is through setting. The narrator of this excellent story…
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- MATH
Where do the lines 3x + 19y =7 and x + 2y = 1 meet?
To find out where the two lines meet, we need to solve the two equations 3x + 19y =7 and x + 2y = 1 for x and y. 3x + 19y =7… (1) x + 2y = 1… (2) Now subtracting 3 times equation 2 from…
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- MATH
What are numbers whose sum is 4 and the product is -96.
Let a and b be the number such that their sum is 4 and their product is -96. Then we will write: a + b = 4 ……………(1) a*b = -96 ………….(2) Now we have a system of two equations and…
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- MATH
if f'(x) = ( x*cosx + 7) /x and f(0) = 5. find f(x).
We are given that f'(x) = ( x*cos x + 7) /x and f(0) = 5. Now f(x) = Int (f'(x)) Int [f'(x)] = Int [( x*cos x + 7) /x] => Int [ cos x + 7/x] +C => Int (cos x) + Int (7/x) + C => sin x + 7…
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- HISTORY
I am writing an essay on three greatest periods in history.I chose “golden-age of athens”, pax…
You cold go with the 1960’s; Civil Rights, times of upheaval are always good for historic moments. Or there is the late 18th century: French Revolution and American Revolution. Or the mid 19th:…
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- MATH
Solve for x if 3x^3 – 9x^2 – 12x = 0.
We need to factor the polynomial 3x^3 – 9x^2 – 12x = 0. We notice that 3x is a common factor for all terms of the polynimial. Then, we will factor 3x from the polynomial. First, we will factor 3x…
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- THE OUTSIDERS
In what way is there a sense of futility in The Outsiders? Support your answers with evidence…
There is an innate sense of futility for both groups in the novel, and the title leads us, the reader, to feel that the disconnectedness of the young people involved in the text is not going to…
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- HISTORY
My great grandfather was executed in 1938 for murders he committed in 1936 while a policeman in…
This was at first posted as a question and was tagged with the name “Martin Sullivan.” Using that name, I have found some links that ought to help you. I found the following link that talks a…
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- MATH
What are the values of M if l 2m -5 l < 12 ( m is a positive integer).
l 2m – 5 l < 12 First we will solve the inequality the same way we solve the equations. We have two cases. Case(1): (2m – 5) < 12 ==> 2m < 17 ==> m < 17/ 2 ==> m < 8.5…
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- MATH
What is the absolute value of z if 3z -9i = 8i + z + 4.
3z = 9i = 8i + z + 4 We need to determine the absolute value of. First let us determine z as a form of the complex number z = a + bi First we will combine like terms. ==> 3z – z = 8i – 9i + 4…
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- MATH
Find the distance between the point R( 2a+3, 8) and the point P(2a, 4).
Given the points R(2a+3, 8) and the point P(2a, 4). We need to determine the distance between the point P and the point R. Or we need to find the length of the segment RP. We will use the distance…
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- MATH
What is the volume of the cylinder made of a 8*12 sheet rolled longside?
We have a rectangular sheet with length = 12 and width = 8. The rectangle is rolled long-side to shape a cylinder. Then the height of the cylinder will be the length of the rectangle= 12. ==>…
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- MATH
Give an example of a geometric progression with ratio -1/3.
We need a geometric progression such that the common ration between terms is -1/3 We wil assume that: a1, a2, a3, a4, a5 are terms of a geometric progression such that a1 is the first term and r=…
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- A WORN PATH
How was Phoenix Jackson’s outlook on life influenced by her actions in “A Worn Path”?
This is a great question, and I have just answered the same question for you based on “The Jilting of Granny Weatherall.” You might like to compare and contrast the two strong protagonists in that…
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- MATH
If a = 2b and b+ c = 3 and c-a = -6 find a, b, and c.
Given: a = 2b …………(1) b + c = 3 …………….(2) c – a = -6 …………….(3). We need to determine the values for a, b , and c. We have a system of three equation and three…
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- THE JILTING OF GRANNY WEATHERALL
How is Granny Weatherall’s outlook on life influenced by her actions in “The Jilting of Granny…
I think one element about Granny Weatherall’s character that comes across incredibly strongly is her independence and inner-strength. Part of the reason why she is so cantankerous in her near-death…
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- MATH
What are possible a values if l 2a-5 l – l 3a +3 l = 0
l 2a-5 l – l 3a +3 l = 0 First we will move l 3a+3l to the right side. ==> l 2a-5 l = l 3a + 3 l Now we have 4 cases. Case(1): (2a-5) = ( 3a+ 3) We will combine like terms. ==> -a = 8 ==>…
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- THINGS FALL APART
How the “tradition” in Igbo culture has been affected with the missionaries in “Things fall apart”?
When the missionaries first arrive, there seems to be little potential for massive conflict. They have rescued the twins from the forbidden forest but they don’t bring them into the village, and…
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- THINGS FALL APART
Describe the differences between Christianity and the religion of the Igbo community in Things…
Well, given the massive differences between the Christian religion and the tribal religion, it is clear that the arrival of Christianity would greatly impact traditional religious norms. In Chapter…
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- MATH
If log x^3- log 10x = log 10^5 find x
log x^3- log 10x = log 10^5 We will use logarithm properties to solve for x. We know that log a – log b = log a/b ==> log x^3 – log 10x = log x^3/10x = log x^2/10 ==> log x^2/10 = log 10^5…
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- MATH
Factor the following:a. ( 2x^2 – 4x- 30)b. (3x^3 – 6x^2 + 5x- 10)
Factor the following:a. ( 2x^2 – 4x- 30. First we notice that 2 is common factor for all terms. Then we will factor 2. ==> 2 (x^2 – 2x – 15) Now we will factor between brackets. ==> 2( x- 5)…
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- ONCE UPON A TIME
Comment upon the author’s use of point of view in “Once Upon a Time.”
Firstly, it is important to realize that this story is actually a frame story, or a story within a story. Thus the point of view begins with Nadine Gordimer herself writing about an incident when…
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- MATH
Find the area of the triangle whose sides are 4, 7, and 9.
I am assuming that 4, 7 , and 9 are the length of the sides of the triangle. We are given the sides of the triangle. Then, we will use the following formula. Area (A) = sqrt S( S-a) ( S- b) (S-c)…
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- MATH
Find the point P(0,a) if it is midpoint A(2,5) and B(b. 3).
Given the point P(0, a) is midpoint of A(2,5) and B(b, 3). We need to determine a and b. We will use the midpoint formula to determine a and b. We know that the midpoint formula is: XP = ( xA+ xB)…
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- MATH
If x= 2. Find x^2/3 ( x^120/ x^110) * x^-7 ?
Given x = 2. Let E (x) = x^2/3 ( x^120/ x^110) * x^-7 Then, we need to calculate E(2). First, let us simplify the expression. x^2/3 ( x^120 / x^110) * x^-7 Let us simplify between the brackets. (…
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- MATH
A car travels at a speed of 64 mph. What is the distance travelled after 150 minutes?
Given that a cars travels at 64 mph speed. Let the speed be S = 64 mph. We need to determine the distance that the car will travel after 15o minutes assuming that the average speed is 64 mph. Let…
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- MATH
What are the extreme values of the function f(x) = 2x-3x^2 + 5.
Given the parabola f(x) = 2x- 3x^2 + 5. We need to determine the extreme values of the function. We know that the extreme values are the values of f(x) such that the function has maximum or minimum…
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- MATH
If x^2 + y^2 = 29 and x+ y = 7 Then find x and y.
Given the equations: x^2 + y^2 = 29…………..(1) x+ y = 7…………………..(2) We have a system of two equations and two variables. Then, we can use the substitution or the elimination…
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- MATH
Find the area of the circle whose circumference is 34pi
We need to determine the area of the circle whose circumference is 34pi. We know that the area of the circle is: a = r^2 n pi where r is the radius. Then we need to determine the radius. Given…
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- MATH
What is the area of the rectangle whose length is 3 times the width and the perimeter is 24.
To find the area of the rectangle, first we need to determine the length and the width. Let the length be L and the width be W. Given that the length = 3 times the width. Then we will write: L =…
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- MODERNISM
Did poetry and fiction written in the decades between WWI & WWII address the same concerns…
I think that you can find the presence of modernism in much of the literature between the World Wars. The reality was that there was a fundamental disbelief in the promises of totality and…
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- SCIENCE
Explain why normal cell cycle regulation is critical to the health of both humans and animals?
Normal cell cycle regulation, for most eukaryotic cells, is the process governing when a cell divides or doesn’t, if there is something wrong with that process and this in turn leads to mutations…
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- THE SCARLET IBIS
In the tale “The Scarlet Ibis,” what is the climax in the story?
I have had to edit your question down to just one question according to enotes regulations. The climax to this memorable tale comes significantly after the family discovers the dead scarlet ibis in…
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- BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA
In Bridge to Terabithia, why was Miss Edmonds pleased that Jesse had never been to an art gallery？
We are given the answer to this question in Chapter 10, when Miss Edmonds picks Jesse up and they drive to the art gallery together. We need to remember though that Miss Edmonds has been the only…
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- SCIENCE
What is the distance between Earth and the moon?
The thing that is important to remember about the distance between the earth and the moon is that the moon travels in an elliptical orbit around the earth so at different times it is at different…
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- MATH
Use the Midpoint Rule with the given value of n to approximate the integral. Round the answer to…
The midpoint rule basically estimates the area under a curve by sampling it a n-1 points, and using the rectangle with height f(Xn) and width (b-a)/n at each point to give the area under that…
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- MATH
Prove: sec^2 x – 2sec x cosx + cos^2 x = tan^2 x – sin^2 x
sec^2 – 2secx cosx + cos^2x = tan^2x – sin^2x (sec x – cos x)^2 = (sec ^2 x – 1) sin^2 x Remember, sec^2x – 1 = tan^2 x : (sec x – cos x)^2 = tan^2 x * sin^2 x (sec x – cos x)^2 =( tan x * sin x…
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