Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Know the formula for converting a percentage into a 4.0 GPA. Plug the percentage into the formula and solve. Use the same formula if the percentage is higher than 100%. Consider using a scale instead.

Answer: Let's use x to represent the percentage. The formula to use when converting a percentage into a GPA (with a scale of 4.0) is (x/20) - 1 = GPA. Let's say you have an 89% in Geology. Just plug it into the formula to get the following:  89/20 - 1 = 4.45 - 1 = 3.45. The GPA equivalent of 89% is 3.45. The process will be the same even if your percentage is higher than 100%. Let's say you got a whopping 108% in Algebra. Here's what happens when you plug it in:  108/20 - 1 = 5.4 - 1 = 4.4 The GPA equivalent of 108% is 4.4. This may be useful depending on what you are calculating your GPA for. If you are calculating one grade at a time to see how they will add up for your high school GPA, then you may not have to follow this exact formula because all grades will fall within a range anyway. For example, if your grade falls within the range of 83-86, then depending on your high school, then you will have a B, or a 3.0, whether it falls on the higher or lower part of the range or not. Check out your school's GPA system to figure out how to do this; some high schools have a slightly different range for what makes an A- vs. an A, a B vs. a B+, and so on.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Visit your doctor to discuss using spermicide. Use spermicide with a condom to prevent STDs. Contact your doctor right away if you notice negative side effects.

Answer: Talk to your doctor before buying and using a spermicide. Tell them about any prescription or nonprescription medications you are using to prevent any possible interactions with other drugs. You should also tell them about other medical issues that might prevent safe spermicide use, such as:  A history of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) Allergies, irritations, or infections of the genitals Irritation of the vagina or rectum Recent child birth or abortion Spermicide on its own will not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases. For protection against both pregnancy and STDs, use a condom and spermicide at the same time. If you are using cream or jelly spermicide, divide the dose to apply equal parts to the tip of the condom your partner is wearing and the inside of your vagina.  Make sure that the spermicide is safe for use with condoms so it won't weaken the latex. Condoms are more effective at protecting against STDs without spermicide but wearing a condom with the product is more effective than not using one. In rare cases, spermicides may cause adverse reactions when used. This may indicate an allergy, which can be dealt with by trying a different spermicide or moving to a new form of birth control. Contact you doctor if you experience:  Bloody or cloudy urine Skin rash, redness, or irritation Pain in the lower abdomen Frequent urination Thick, white vaginal discharge


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Don't take it personally. Acknowledge their strengths (if they have any). Don't complain about them to other people. Be respectful, whenever possible. Be grateful for all the smart people in your life (including you!).

Answer: It may be nearly impossible to not take something really stupid personally, especially if it was intended to hurt you. However, if you really want to deal with dumb people the best way possible, then you can't let them get to you and have to learn to let whatever they say roll off your back. If you take it personally and feel hurt, then you're giving them a power they don't need to have. Just remind yourself that these people are dumb, and their opinions shouldn't matter to you. Your self-worth cannot be dictated by the opinions of a person whose intelligence you don't even respect. Just remember that the next time you let a dumb person make you feel small. Trying to be positive and giving the dumb person the benefit of the doubt is another great tactic for not letting a dumb person get to you. Sure, maybe your boss isn't so great at communication; but think about how much good he has done for your company overall. Maybe your second cousin is a ditz when it comes to not revealing your personal information in public; but she's awesome when it comes to making you feel better when you've had a bad day. Remind yourself that most "dumb" people aren't all bad, and they do have some positive qualities, too. This is a great thing to remember if you want to stay sane around dumb people, especially if you're dealing with a person you will have to see a lot, like a classmate or a co-worker. Sure, your co-worker or frenemy might have said something so amazingly stupid that you feel the urge to tell the ten closest people in your circle of friends all about it. You may even want to send a mass email or text about it, going into all of the details of exactly how stupid this person is. But what good will that do? Sure, people will agree with you and agree that the person is stupid, but in the end, that will only make you feel more riled up, angry, frustrated, and annoyed.  And worst of all, that will give the stupid person even more power -- if you really know that the person is stupid and annoying, then you wouldn't spend so much time fretting over what he or she said, would you? If the person really upset you, you can discuss it with one close friend, but don't let it become an obsession or let it ruin your day. This may seem impossible in the face of sheer stupidity, but that is precisely why you should be as respectful as possible to a person who is utterly stupid. Treat the person like the Queen of England or the CEO of your company if you have to. Treating the person like a human being who deserves it will let you take the high road -- and will encourage the person to act in a more dignified manner in the future. Resist your first impulse. Sure, you might have thought of the perfect comeback or snappy remark, but remind yourself that it will get you nowhere before you say it. Dealing with stupid people on a regular basis will make you feel even more grateful for all of the calm, rational, and intelligent people that you know. If you're constantly upset by dumb people, then it's likely because you have a very intelligent group of friends and family members and that you have high standards when it comes to the intelligence of others. Instead of being frustrated by the dumb person in front of you, remind yourself that you're lucky to have such a smart significant other, best friend, mother, or circle of friends or colleagues. This will make you more grateful for the positive people in your life, instead of letting those dumb people get the best of you.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Start with white or raw granulated sugar. Decide on a sugar:water ratio. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat slowly while stirring. Let cool. Use the syrup in cocktail recipes.

Answer:
To sweeten a drink without leaving sugar granules to sink in the glass, bartenders dissolve the sugar in water to make a simple syrup. You'll want to start with granulated sugar (or superfine/caster sugar, which will dissolve faster), but choosing the variety depends on your cocktail:  White sugar creates a clear syrup, which won't discolor white spirits such as vodka and gin. Raw sugar has a rich, molasses flavor, excellent in many drinks based on whiskey, rum, or other dark spirits. Turbinado and demerara are two similar sugars commonly used in cocktails. If you're following mixing instructions that call for simple syrup, the author probably means 1 part sugar to 1 part water. Many bartenders prefer a "rich simple syrup" of 1.5 or 2 parts sugar to 1 part water. This lets you sweeten a cocktail with less syrup per drink, reducing the amount of water in the cocktail. A rich simple syrup also lasts longer in the fridge, up to several months. "Simple syrup" may refer to the 2:1 recipe in the UK. For more accuracy, weigh the ingredients on a kitchen scale to get the ratio you chose. If you don't have a kitchen scale, you can use measuring cups instead. Most cocktails use ⅛ cup (30 mL) simple syrup or less. Most home mixers can safely start with 1 cup (240 mL) water, unless they have party plans. Turn the stove to medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar has completely dissolved, with no granules visible. This usually only takes a few minutes, but a larger or more sugar-saturated batch may take longer. Don't let the mixture boil, as this will evaporate water and throw off your careful measurements. As soon as all the sugar has dissolved, remove the syrup from the heat. Let cool to room temperature before using. Simple syrup works wonders in practically any cocktail that calls for a sweetener. Here are a few examples:  Long Island iced tea Any mojito recipe Daiquiri Holy Poli