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Breaking Down the Arc Length Formula
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Arcs are an important aspect of geometry, physics, trigonometry and design work. However, curved lines are much more difficult to measure than straight lines, which is why it's important to familiarize yourself with the arc length formula.
A Short History of Skid Row
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In the 20th century, there were dozens of Skid Rows across America, but today only one has been at the same location for over a century: Skid Row, Los Angeles. Why has it lasted for so long?
Can You Pass This Basic Middle School Science Quiz?
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Middle school science is no joke; they start giving you the super-hard science then. Why not see how well you can do on a middle school science test? Grab your pencil and take the quiz!
Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This Resurrection Quiz?
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Are you ready to answer these Resurrection questions? Jesus breathed on his disciples so that they might receive what? Why did the disciples need to meet with the resurrected Christ in secret? See how much you really know!
How the First Olympics Worked
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Before today's spandex-clad (and some sequined) Olympians set their sights on the gold, silver or bronze, ancient Greeks competed for victory. How did the games begin, and why were the athletes gunning for olive oil?
How Gold Works
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We love it. We wear it glittering around our necks and sparkling at our ears, wrists and feet. We pass it down to our children and hoard it in secret stashes. Why is this precious metal so prized?
How the UPC Code Works
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Nearly every item that you purchase from a grocery store, department store, or mass merchandiser has a UPC code on it somewhere. Ever wondered why? Let's find out how the average UPC code works!
The 'Stardew Valley' Quiz
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It's one of the biggest games on Steam, with no sign of slowing down. Take our quiz to find out why the "Harvest Moon"-like "Stardew Valley" is so much more than just another sim game!
Which Car Best Fits Your Personality?
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We use our cars so much they become part of us! That's why it's important that our personalities and our cars match. Let's find out which kind of car you should be driving!
It's a Manatee's Life: Swim, Eat, Rest, Repeat
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Manatees are so gentle and sweet they'll break your heart, but in 2021, there have been more manatee deaths than in any year in previously recorded history. Why are these gentle giants dying in such unprecedented numbers?