INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You should only have one window open—the one you are taking notes in. Close all other windows and programs. Consider turning WiFi off. Put your phone away. Pick a note-taking or word-processing program that works best for your needs. For example, you may want to pick a program you know well, like Microsoft Word. On the other hand, you may want something simple and basic, like Text Edit. Consider using a note-taking program like Evernote or One Note. There are a variety of keyboard shortcuts that can help you take notes more quickly. Keyboard shortcuts can vary depending on the kind of computer you use (Mac or Windows) and what kind of word-processing program you are using. That being said, you will find keyboard shortcuts useful for the following note-taking issues:  Formatting. Keyboard shortcuts can allow you to emphasize key concepts through shortcuts that help you highlight, bold, or underline words or phrases. For example, command + B will make a word bold. Navigation. Certain keystrokes can help you move to the beginning or the end of a line. Other keystrokes allow you to move seamlessly between programs or windows. In the Windows program OneNote, using the "End" or "Home" key will allow you to move your cursor to the end or beginning of the line you are on.  Organization. Keyboard shortcuts can allow you to automatically make ordered, hierarchical lists like outlines or numbered lists. Type expanding. You can program your word processor to recognize phrases as you type them. Instead of typing out “interdisciplinary coordinated calculus” you can type “icc” and your computer will know what you mean. Writing down everything the teacher says will waste time. Instead, pick up on larger, overarching issues. You should be writing out short sentences, no more than five words. You can always come back to a concept or ask a question. But don’t spend time finishing up a section to your satisfaction while your professor moves on. Instead, switch concepts when they do. After the lecture or class is over, go over your quickly written notes and fill in any gaps. Take this time to  Add any information you were not able to type quickly enough. Fix any typos or misspelled words. Pick up on larger overarching concepts and add them while they are still fresh in your mind.

SUMMARY: Limit distractions. Use an appropriate program. Learn keyboard shortcuts. Listen for key concepts, don’t transcribe. Move on when the professor moves on. Revisit your notes.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When you're calculating the center of gravity, the first thing you should do is to find the weight of the object. Let's say that you're calculating the weight of a see-saw that has a weight of 30 lbs. Since it's a symmetrical object, its center of gravity will be exactly in its center if it's empty. But if the see-saw has people of different weights sitting on it, then the problem is a bit more complicated. To find the center of gravity of the see-saw with two children on it, you'll need to individually find the weight of the children on it. The first child has a weight of 40 lbs. and the second child's is 60 lbs.
Summary: Calculate the weight of the object. Calculate the additional weights.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If your mother-in-law has always been critical, demanding, or argumentative, you may need to simply work out a strategy to minimize the behavior and cope with it. If this is a new behavior and it is directed only at you, there is likely an underlying problem that must be addressed. Talk to your spouse to get a better understanding of your mother-in-law. If you’re nervous about broaching the subject, say something like, “I’d like to talk about the way your mother has been acting, but I don’t want to fight. I just want to discuss the issue to see if we can find a solution.” Presenting a united front with your spouse will send the message to your mother-in-law that her behavior is unacceptable. If your spouse confronts the problem first, it will signal that you both acknowledge the issue. Ask your partner to talk to her privately to see if they can uncover the root of the problem. If your spouse is uncomfortable getting in the middle of things, ask them to at least stand up for you when she crosses a line.  Ask your spouse to report back to you after they have a private conversation with their mother. They may have some important information about what the root of the problem is. Tell your spouse, “I really think that you’ll have an easier time talking to her than I will. If you talk to her first and figure out why she’s not acting fairly, it will make it easier for me to sit down with her.” Don’t get ahead of yourself and start talking or arguing with your mother-in-law without consulting your spouse first. If you cross a line or engage in an argument without agreeing on a coping strategy, you may end up offending your spouse. Decide on whether you want to confront, deflect, or avoid the problem together to give yourself the highest chance of succeeding. Even if you want to deal with the problem by talking to your mother-in-law privately, you should still consult your partner first. They may have some tips or advice on how to speak with her, and you should give them a head’s up in case your mother-in-law goes to consult them after the two of you speak.

SUMMARY:
Talk to your spouse to see if this has always been a problem. Ask your spouse to back you up or talk to her if she’s only focusing on you. Develop a strategy together to solve the problem.