In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: To create a basic MLA in-text citation, type the last name of the author, then a space, then the page number (or range of pages) where the information you quoted or paraphrased appears in the original work. Your citation goes at the end of the sentence, inside the closing punctuation. For example: Louis Armstrong easily reached difficult notes that stymied other trumpet players (Bergreen 258). Particularly if you have authors with relatively common names, it's likely you'll have multiple sources with authors who have the same last name. Use first initials to differentiate them so your in-text citation will point your readers to the correct entry on your Works Cited page. For example: Record deals are typically negotiated by lawyers and studio executives, not by the artists themselves (R. Stewart 17). Type the first author's name followed by the word "and," then the second author's name. Use the same order that appears on the title page or byline of the source, which should also be the same order you use on your Works Cited page. Follow the second author's name with the page number, if the source is paginated. For example: With the explosion of streaming music, record deals had to evolve to incorporate this new method of distribution (Hall and Oates 24). al" for 3 or more authors. MLA style parenthetical citations only include the names of up to 2 authors. If the source has 3 or more authors, only the first author's name is included. However, you'll include all the author's names in your Works Cited entry. For example: In the age of digital music, individual songs have become more important than record sales (McCartney et. al. 37). Some authors may discuss a particular idea across several pages of their work. While you don't necessarily have to include every instance where the idea was mentioned, you should include the page numbers for passages you specifically read. If the source has an index, it can help you with this. For example: Record label fears that digital music would bring about their end were overblown (Urban 12, 18, 29-32).
Summary: Put the author's last name and page number in parentheses. Add first initials for authors with the same last name. Type both authors' names if the work has 2 authors. Follow the first author's name with "et. Cite all pages where paraphrased information appears.

Make sure the needle stays on the endpoint, and that you do not adjust the compass setting. The length of the arcs does not matter. Make sure you do not change the compass setting. Make sure the needle stays on the endpoint, and that you do not adjust the compass setting. The two sets of arcs you’ve drawn should intersect. To do this, place your straightedge on the point where the arcs above the line intersect, and align it with the point where the arcs below the line intersect. The line you draw between the two arc intersections bisects the line at a ninety degree angle. You have used the compass to outline two congruent circles centered over either endpoint. The intersecting arcs represent the endpoint of a radii from the center of either circle. The length of the radii will be the same, since the circles are the same size.
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One-sentence summary -- Draw an arc above and below the line segment. Reposition the compass on the other endpoint. Draw another set of arcs, above and below the line segment. Connect the arc intersections. Draw your perpendicular bisector. Understand why this works.

Q: The amount of base materials necessary depends largely on the project in question. However, in most cases, you will need about 6 inches (15 cm) of gravel for patios, yards, and other small projects. If necessary, consult a local landscaper or home center employee for advice based on your local climate and conditions. Add the amount of gravel you need to the measured height of one paver. Then, add an extra 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) to your measurement to accommodate sand. This number indicates the distance you will need to create between the bottom of your pit and the strings above. Use a shovel or rototiller to dig up the marked spot. Make sure to remove ground from the entire area, using the flat side of your tool to smooth the walls around the edges. If the strings are getting in your way, mark their positions on the stakes using tape and remove them temporarily. Make sure you have somewhere to put all the dug up soil before you start digging. To see if you’ve dug deep enough, use a measuring tape to find the distance between the bottom of the pit and the strings up top. Make sure to take measurements from multiple areas, including the center and corners, to ensure that the entire pit is even. If necessary, keep digging or fill in low spots. If you removed them while digging, reattach your strings before taking measurements.
A: Find out how much gravel you will need. Calculate how deep the area needs to be. Dig up the area. Measure the depth of the pit from multiple spots.

Problem: Article: Pour rubbing alcohol onto the spill in a puddle. Leave it to soak in for 30 minutes. Once it's had time to soak, wipe up the spill using paper towels, scrubbing gently over the paint. It should come right up. Test the rubbing alcohol first on an inconspicuous corner if you have tile. If you have a dried paint spill on wood, apply a citrus-based cleaner such as Goo Gone. Let it soak for a minute or 2, and then use a gentle brush on it. You may need to reapply it several times.  Don't let it soak too long, as the cleaner could stain the floor. Don't use an abrasive brush or scraper, as you can damage the wood. With carpet, try using a scrubbing brush to flake the paint off the carpet, and then vacuum the paint off. You may also be able to use needle-nose pliers to pull out clumps. If all else fails, try cutting the carpet with scissors right at the top where the splatter is. Chemicals that remove paint will likely cause damage to your carpet, but you can try them in a hidden corner first. If they don't cause damage, you can use them to remove paint. If you know you have metal debris, such as nails, bolts, or even metal shavings, try renting or buying a magnetic sweeper. You just roll the sweeper over the area, and it attracts any metal debris with a magnet. Then, you pull up on the handle on top of the sweeper head to release the metal pieces into the trash. It's a good idea to put these items in a solid container if you plan on throwing them away. If you have any broken glass, start by carefully picking up the large pieces. Wear protective gloves for this task. Then, for smaller pieces, try cutting a potato in half. Press the cut side into the glass to pick up little shards. Sweep up anything that remains. Place any broken glass in a solid container, such as a coffee can, before putting it in the trash. If you need to scrub down an area that's going to take a lot of work because of construction dirt or debris, try getting a brush attachment for your drill. That way, the drill can do the majority of the scrubbing for you.
Summary:
Apply rubbing alcohol to a dry latex paint spill on tile or linoleum. Use a citrus-based cleaner on wood. Pick paint off of carpet. Use a magnetic sweeper to pick up nails. Remove broken glass. Add a brush to a drill to scrub an area thoroughly.