Category: Philosophy

What is the main purpose of developing the Pareto chart? The purpose of the Pareto chart is to highlight the most important among a (typically large) set of factors. In quality control, it often represents the most common sources of defects, the highest occurring type of defect, or the most frequent reasons for customer complaints, […]

What a treacherous thing to believe that a person is more than a person? “What a treacherous thing it is to believe that a person is more than a person.” “The town was paper, but the memories were not. All the things I’d done here, all the love and pity and compassion and violence and […]

How do you describe symmetry? A Study of Symmetry. In general terms, a graph in two-dimensions is said to be symmetric about a particular line if the portion of the graph on one side of the line is a mirror image of the portion of the graph that is on the other side of the […]

Does online tutoring really work? One recent study found that online tutoring worked quite well. It looked at Cignition, used a good study design and found solid results. Older research looking at computer-based tutors found similar results. But tutoring programs, online or in person, are not without their challenges. What is the best platform for […]

Can a bad rim cause a flat tire? At best, an untreated bent rim can cause tires to leak air over time. At worst, you’re looking at a flat tire or a blowout. These are dangerous and costly consequences — and ones that could otherwise be avoided. Can a cracked rim cause loss of tire […]

Which country is rich in culture? Germany, Japan, India, the United Kingdom and Iran round out our top ten. See our slideshow for an example of the rich history and culture each offers the traveler. While some of these sites are among the most visited destinations in the world — and for good reason — […]

Can you visit Star Wars Ranch? The main house at the Ranch isn’t open to the public, but there are plenty of private tours that go through the massive Victorian, featuring cabinets full of original AT-AT walkers and models of TIE fighters. You’re not just going to find Star Wars memorabilia in the main house. […]

How do I see planets on Google Earth? Just go to Google Maps and zoom out (using the minus sign) as far as you can until you can see the entire planet Earth. Toggle to “satellite view” in the left hand corner. If you’re all the way zoomed out, a list of planets and moons […]

How do I get my name off NDR? If you have a record in the NDR, you must contact the State of Record or the department of motor vehicles of the state that has listed your license. You will have to pay all the fines and reinstatement fees before the state removes your license listing […]

Why are memes popular? Memes control internet culture, as popular meme pages on social media now draw tens of millions of followers. But memes are much more than just a simple element of humor regarding day-to-day affairs: they are a basis for political expression, societal angst, and brand advertising. How do you spread a meme? […]