Problem: Article: Use enough ice to fill a 16 oz (500 ml) clear drinking glass halfway. For best results, use crushed ice or small pebble ice instead of large ice cubes. Dump the flavored syrup into the glass, pouring it evenly over the ice already inside.  You can use either commercially prepared beverage syrups or homemade syrups. When using commercial syrups packaged in a pump bottle, adding two to four pumps of syrup usually provides the right amount of flavor. If you've made standard Italian soda before, use the same amount of syrup for an Italian cream (French) soda. If you're starting with this drink, then you'll need to experiment a little. Add 2 Tbsp (30 ml) for a milder flavor and up to 4 Tbsp (60 ml) for a stronger, sweeter taste. Use any syrup flavor you want. For a twist, you can even combine syrup flavors. Add equal parts of both syrups when combining two flavors. Some combinations that work well include: banana and Irish cream, strawberry and coconut, raspberry and almond, and peach and vanilla. Add the club soda to the glass. Do not fill the glass completely; leave 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) of empty space in between the top of the club soda and the top of the glass. Pour the half and half over the contents of the glass. Slowly stir it in until the color of the soda softens throughout the entire glass.  Do not stir the contents of the glass too much since doing so can cause the soda to become flat. Only stir the French soda a few times, just enough to spread the half and half through the top two-thirds to three-quarters of the glass. For a slightly different variation, add the half and half before adding the club soda. Adding the half and half after the soda is more traditional and allows the half and half to spread gradually, creating a smoother drink. Adding the half and half before adding the soda will create a foamier beverage. If you don't have half and half, combine equal parts heavy cream and whole milk. Stir the two ingredients together in a separate dish before adding the mixture to the glass. Use almond milk if you need a dairy-free alternative to half and half. Drink the French soda (also known as an Italian cream soda) immediately, before the ice can melt and water down the taste. Consider garnishing the glass with pieces of fruit or fresh mint. Whipped cream can be added, as well.
Summary: Fill the glass with ice. Add syrup. Pour in the club soda. Stir in a splash of half and half. Enjoy.

Problem: Article: To do this, think of the percent number with a decimal to the right of the last digit. Move the decimal point two places to the left to get the converted decimal. You can also use the %{\displaystyle \%} sign on a calculator. For example, you might want to calculate the sale price of a pair of shoes that is regularly $69.95. If the shoes are 25% off, you need to convert 25% to a decimal by thinking 25%=25.00%=.25{\displaystyle 25\%=25.00\%=.25}. You can  multiply the decimal by hand, or use a calculator. This will tell you the discount, or what value is being taken off the original price. For example, to find the 25% discount on a pair of $69.95 shoes, you would calculate 69.95×.25=17.49{\displaystyle 69.95\times .25=17.49}. To subtract decimals, line up the decimal points and subtract as you would whole numbers. Be careful to drop the decimal point down into your answer. You can also use a calculator. The difference will be the sale price of the item. For example, if a pair of shoes that are originally $69.95 have a discount of $17.49, calculate the sale price by subtracting:69.95−17.49=52.46{\displaystyle 69.95-17.49=52.46}. So, the shoes are on sale for $52.46.
Summary: Convert the percentage discount to a decimal. Multiply the original price by the decimal. Subtract the discount from the original price.

Problem: Article: In a business casual environment, a suit is not necessary. Dress slacks or chinos are acceptable along with a button down or polo shirt, belt, and dress shoes. Keep in mind this is not a casual look, but a more flexible and relaxed version of business formal attire.  Startups and creative agencies typically have a more lax environment and dress code. Tech companies and government jobs usually abide by business casual dress code. Dress pants will give you a more professional look while chinos give off a more relaxed vibe. Dark colors such as navy and gray stain less easily although lighter colors are preferable for the warmer months of the year. Pants such as denim jeans and cargo pants should never be worn. Pants should fit perfectly around the waist with no need for a belt to hold them up. They should sit around the high hipbone area, or even slightly higher. This outfit makes for an easy and dependable business casual look, and takes the place of a jacket. Neutral sweater colors like brown, black, and navy are a good choice because they match well most shirt colors, including white. Turn your look a little more professional by wearing darker dress pants or gray chinos. Ties are typically not part of the business casual look but can add a little more style while giving off a dressier business casual appearance. If you do decide to wear a tie, have a little fun with it. Once again, it is better to overdress than be underprepared. You can always remove your tie prior to your interview if you feel that you are overdressed. Alternatively, you can skip wearing a tie and dress up your look by wearing a blazer or jacket. This is a nice professional look that allows for flexibility and comfort. Navy blue jackets match numerous shirt colors and work with gray slacks, chinos, and lighter color dress pants.
Summary:
Trade in the suit for a more relaxed look. Stick to dress pants or chinos. Layer a sweater with a button down shirt. Add a nice finish to your outfit with a tie. Ditch the tie for a blazer or jacket.