Write an article based on this "Try using an Excel spreadsheet. Use the Excel formula for average. Try using an average calculator."
article: If you need to calculate the average from a lengthy list of ages, try putting them into Excel. Otherwise, if you sit there with a calculator or notepad and paper, it could take you a long time.  Let’s say for the sake of argument that you needed to calculate the average age of every student in a school or of every person on the payroll of a large company. Those are examples of lists where there would be so many ages that it would be beneficial to use a spreadsheet program like Excel. The first thing you need to do is put the ages in an Excel spreadsheet. Excel is widely available through Microsoft Office package. Either you will need to type the ages into Excel or, better yet, you can import another document containing the ages into Excel. Perhaps the ages are already organized in Excel. To import a text file into Excel, click on "get external data" and the text. Excel will walk you through a wizard to import that data into a spreadsheet Let’s say the ages are listed in column A in Excel. Let’s say they start at row 1 and stop at row 200 (columns are vertical in Excel, and rows are horizontal). To get the average, you need to input the Excel formula for average. You can type it at the bottom of column A.  The formula for average in Excel is =(AVERAGE)A1:A200. You need to substitute the column and row coordinates that house the first age in the column for A1. In this example, it would literally be A1, if the first age was listed in the first row in column A. You would need to substitute A200 for the column and row coordinates that house the last age in column A in your own data set. In this example, it was A200 because the last age is housed in column A, row 200. The colon in between tells the computer to add up the age in A1, in A200 and everything in between, and average them. Hit enter, and you should have the average. There are websites that will make it easier to calculate average. They provide online calculators in which you put the string of numbers. Of course, a pencil and paper or a regular calculator work too. Once you understand how the formula for average works, you can figure out which tool will get you there.

Write an article based on this "Examine your budget to determine a price range. Make a list of qualities you want in an apartment. Figure out what you want from your location. Determine if you want or need a roommate. Begin searching as far in advance as possible. Check apartment listings Search for online reviews of the property or the management company. Set up a time to view potential apartments. Review the rules and policies with management."
article: The first step to moving into your own place is figuring out what you can afford. If you have a job lined up, look at how much you’ll be making and compare it with your expected expenses. Figure out how much you can afford to spend on rent and still have money to spare for other things. A generally good rule is that your annual (yearly) income should be 40 times the monthly rent. For example, if your rent is 550 then you should probably make at least 22,000 a year or more.    Keep in mind that you may need to save a little extra money for the initial move. Most apartments require a security deposit (usually equal to the rent amount). A lot of places also require first month's rent, and sometimes even last month's rent depending on the landlord. You may also need to pay for a moving van or a professional moving service. Some apartments have income requirements for their tenants (e.g., you must earn 3 times the cost of rent each month). If you can’t meet those income requirements, you might be able to get around them by using a cosigner. In addition to rent, common living expenses include transportation costs (e.g., gas and car maintenance), groceries and dining, home utilities (e.g., water, electricity, gas, Internet, and TV), and your phone bill. You may also have other expenses, such as student loan payments or credit card payments. Not all apartments are created equal. Before you start apartment hunting, think about your needs, and make a list of features you really want or need your new home to have. Prioritize the must-haves, and then make a list of features that you want, but don’t necessarily need. Consider things like:  The monthly rent payment If the utilities are included in the rent The size of the apartment Which floor the apartment is on If the apartment is furnished If the apartment is pet-friendly Parking availability Building security Amenities (e.g., laundry facilities and common areas) In addition to thinking about the apartment itself, you’ll also need to consider the area where your future apartment is located. Write down a few things you want out of your ideal area or neighborhood. For example, do you need to live relatively close to where you’re working or going to school? Do you want to live near amenities like grocery stores or retail outlets? Do you prefer a more urban setting, or something more secluded? Do you want a place that’s bike friendly or has good public transit? Renting with a roommate can make your first apartment much more affordable. You can advertise with a website like Craigslist or Roommates.com, or ask around among your friends to find out if they know anyone in the area looking for a roommate. Make a list of qualities you want or don’t want in a roommate. Figure out if you have any deal-breakers before you invite someone to share your home. For example, you might decide that your roommate must be a non-smoker or must be willing to live with a cat. It can take a long time to find a place that fits your needs, so don’t start apartment hunting at the last minute. Start your search at least a month before you plan to move. This will give you plenty of time to find and secure an apartment, and also to prepare for the actual move. Summer (between May and August) is the busiest time for move-ins, so avoid the summer rush by moving at a different time of the year, if you can. in the area where you want to live. Websites like Rent.com and Apartments.com not only list properties for rent, but help you narrow down your options by filtering for things like location, price, size, pet friendliness, and so on. You can also find apartment listings by:  Looking at classifieds websites like Craigslist. Checking the classifieds sections in local newspapers. Looking at for-rent flyers on bulletin boards in local community centers, stores, and college campuses. Asking around among friends and acquaintances who live in the area. Once you’ve narrowed down your search to a few promising options, do some research. Look for reviews written by current or previous tenants on websites like Apartmentratings.com or Apartmentguide.com. If you see a lot of negative reviews for a property, proceed with caution. Call the property manager or landlord to make an appointment. Seeing the apartment in person will not only give you an idea of whether you like the place, but can also give you a sense of what the management is like.  Bring a list of questions to ask the landlord or property manager (e.g., “Who do I call if something breaks in my apartment?” or “How does trash pickup work?”). If you can, have a chat with another tenant while you’re there. Ask them how they like the place and if they’ve encountered any major problems during their time there. Before you make a firm decision, take some time to make sure you know what you are getting into. Familiarize yourself with the management’s rules and regulations, and also find out about any costs you might be responsible for in addition to rent money. For example, you might ask about:  Any fees you must pay, such as parking fees, pet fees, or a security deposit What services provided by the management (such as extermination services or repair services) Whether there is an early lease termination policy

Write an article based on this "Focus on reading but avoid habits that slow you down. Read effectively by skimming certain parts and paying attention to others. Train yourself to read faster."
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Most of the strategies listed in Method 2 will help you focus when reading faster, but some tools will slow you down. Don't vocalize, highlight text, re-read material, or try to write down every detail you read.  Using your finger as a guide can actually help you speed up since your finger can help guide your eyes along as you read. Consider the structure of the book by reading the table of contents. Sure, sometimes skimming stops you from understanding the text fully, so ensure you read parts carefully now and then, and if there's something new, check back and read a little bit.   Spend time carefully reading the introduction and conclusion, as these lay out the main themes of the book. Skim through chapters that provide extensive drawings, illustrations, or lots of similar examples. Write down a summary after reading for a while. Be sure to note any key concepts or plot developments. This can help you focus while reading. If you're very pressed for time, you can get the main ideas of the book by reading the first and last sentence of each paragraph. Adjust your speed based on the information you're reading. For example, slow down when you encounter main arguments or new concepts. You can speed up again when you come to repeated or familiar material.  Time yourself. Give yourself a set amount of time to get through a certain amount of text. Once time's elapsed, evaluate your speed. Keep timing yourself and you should see progress. For example, give yourself an hour to complete reading/skimming a chapter. At the end of the hour, determine if you got the main points of the chapter and understood the information. Practice adjusting your speed if you did not finish or had too much time left.