In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Have pencils, and also a ruler, protractor, or compass if you feel you might need it. Plan for every contingency. Bring tissues. If you've prepared, you have every right to feel confident. Chances are, 99 percent of the people you are taking the test with (especially the AMC level) haven't prepared as much as you, and that gives you the edge. Fill in the information carefully and completely. That way, you won't have to worry about calculating how many minutes you have left with an analog clock on the wall––one less thing to worry about. If you want, divide the scrap paper into parts with a box for each question to keep your work organised. You can also make boxes for each question as you go. The proctor has finished checking to see that everyone is ready. She looks at the clock and waits for the second hand to get to the top of the minute. A few minutes later and she says - "You may begin." Here is where the training should kick in. You should start at the beginning, and read the first question. Don't read it so fast you miss details; this is a possibility if it is a speed test. Read slowly and deliberately, and solve the problem on the scrap paper. When you finish, read the problem again, and make sure you did what they wanted. Once you are sure, bubble it in or otherwise, and continue. Depending on the contest, the act of solving the problem could take 30 seconds to an hour. That is the part that should be savored––the actual solving process. Hopefully, you will be able to solve the problems easily at first, and you will find elements of problems that you have done or practiced before. Hopefully also you will discover solutions to problems you have never seen before, and you will wonder in awe at their elegance. After all, that is what math contests are all about. If you still can't solve it, skip it and do it later. In lower level contests, there is usually a trick or an easy way to solve the problems. Remember that 99% of the time, you will use all of the information given to you, so if you haven't used something, think about how you might. Oftentimes, one more look will make you realize that there is a solution after all, and it isn't such a hard problem. Sometimes, you need to calculate whether to guess or not--be wary. If you have eliminated it down to 2, oftentimes the wrong answer will look much more appealing, especially up around AMC questions #20 and up. Make yourself have a logical basis for all your answers, and you will usually get the right answers. When time is winding down, and you scan back to previous work, you need to be able to read it. Don't let misreading a digit keep you from your goal. Why not push to the finish? Sometimes kids walk out of the AIME an hour early. Don't do that. If you re-energise yourself, and give yourself another boost of confidence, you can keep going. A mathlete in this sense is not unlike an athlete, with the test before you as an adversary. Don't give that piece of paper a fighting chance. You know there has to be a way to get every question, and this information alone should help you when tackling problems where you don't even know where to start. Just because you've never qualified for the USAMO doesn't mean this can't be the year. Just because you've never won the school title for the AMC doesn't mean you shouldn't be the kid who does. Someone has to do it every year and you have just as much chance as the kid last year. If you are intimidated by someone who you judge to be better than you, you are just putting another distraction on your shoulders you don't need. Never look over to see if they have already turned the page when you are still on the first question; you don't need to think about that because you only need to worry about what you can do. Turn in the sheet and get on with life. Hopefully, you saw some problems that interested you. Worry about your score when you get it––don't waste time worrying about it now. Chances are, your training and focus paid off.
Summary: Make sure you bring everything you need on test day and have it ready well beforehand. When you get into the test, pump yourself up. Once you get the test, stay calm. Bring a watch and time the test yourself. Make sure you have enough scrap paper. OK, the test is in front of you and the stage is set. Open the test book, and get started. If you come across a question you can't do, give it one more thought. There will always (well, almost always) be problems you can't solve. Write clearly. If you feel yourself slowing down, or getting tired, or even giving up, ask yourself this - How many more chances will I get? Don't be afraid of success. When it's all over, and you've checked over one last time, it's time to let go.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Clutter and unnecessary items around the house attract and trap dust, and this creates a feeding frenzy for dust mites. One of the best ways to get rid of dust mites is to eliminate their food source, and while it's not possible to completely get rid of dust, you can reduce it by throwing out, selling, or properly storing items like:  Books Decorations and ornaments Picture frames Trinkets Home accessories Decorative pillows Regular dusting with a damp cloth is a great way to reduce dust in the house and eliminate food sources for dust mites. Always dust by wiping surfaces with a damp cloth to avoid spreading dust and other allergens around the house. For the best results, dust your entire house on a weekly basis. Because linens and bedding are such a hot spot for dust mites, it's important to keep these clean. Weekly washing in hot water that's between 130 and 140 F (54 to 60 C) will help to control dust mites in your bedroom. Be sure to wash:  Sheets Pillowcases Duvet covers Blankets Carpets and rugs are among the worst places in your house for harboring dust mites. While regular vacuuming and washing (for small rugs) will help to reduce mite numbers, getting rid of the carpet altogether will be even more effective. When possible, remove carpeting and replace it with:  Tile Hardwood Laminate Cork Concrete Because things like thick curtains and drapes can house large numbers of dust mites, you can help get rid of them by replacing these items. For instance, you can replace curtains with plastic blinds or wooden shutters, and fabric cushions and pillows with leather or pleather ones. Not only are these items easier to clean, but they also won't attract dust mites the way fabrics do. Pet dander is another huge food source for dust mites. To reduce dander in the house, take your dogs and cats outside daily for a thorough brushing. For dogs, you should also give them monthly baths to reduce dander and fur around the house. Pets can also suffer from dust mite allergies, so keeping them cleaner is beneficial for you both. Mattress and pillow covers are plastic or hypoallergenic fabric envelopes that protect your bed from dust mites, bed bugs, and allergens. The covers encase your mattress or pillows and prevent dust mites from getting in, and protect you from allergens that are already present. To keep these covers clean, wipe plastic ones with a damp cloth and wash fabric ones weekly. Better ventilation means lower humidity, more airflow, and less dust, and all of these are good for controlling dust mites. You can improve ventilation by opening windows, using ceiling and portable fans, and by making use of vents in the house, such as in the kitchen and bathroom.
Summary:
Get rid of clutter. Dust regularly. Wash linens and bedding regularly. Get rid of carpeting. Replace dust-collecting fabrics with easy-to-clean items. Groom pets regularly. Use mattress and pillow covers. Increase the ventilation in your house.