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Self-tutoring about philosophy: the tutor mentions the concept of relativism. Relativism: the concept that the truth of a statement is up to the point of view of the individual. By relativism, therefore, opposite ideas can both be true about the …
Self-tutoring about medicine: the tutor looks into oral meds for Type II diabetes. There are numerous oral medications for type II diabetes. As I understand, each works in one of five ways: It may cause the pancreas to produce more …
Tutoring English, vocabulary is always interesting. The tutor mentions putative. putative: generally thought: commonly supposed. Christ’s putative birthday is December 25. Source: Mish, Frederick C (editor). Merriam-Webster Dictionary. Springfield: Merriam-Webster, 2004.
Self-tutoring about tires: the tutor mentions a distinction. All-weather tires are meant to be sufficient for winter driving conditions most Canadians will face. Winter tires are yet better (for winter conditions), but can’t be driven on during summer, whereas all-weather …
Self-tutoring about kosher salt: the tutor mentions some discoveries. Kosher salt is different from regular table salt because it’s selected to have bigger crystals than those in regular table salt. Apparently, its bigger crystal size makes kosher salt better for …
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Self-tutoring about political systems: the tutor mentions the term plutocracy. plutocracy: a political system in which the governing members are chosen by highest wealth. Source: pediaa.com
Self-tutoring about computers: the tutor mentions an experience. I’m using a Windows 10 computer from 2017. It’s a bit overwhelmed compared to newer models. Yesterday, while I was typing, this computer restarted without warning. It took a few minutes to …
Tutoring English, vocabulary is always interesting. The tutor mentions abate. abate: to lessen or cease. Please abate your morning latenesses. Source: Mish, Frederick C. Merriam-Webster Dictionary. Springfield: Merriam-Webster, 2004.
Self-tutoring about biology: the tutor looks into the “burning” temp of hot water on skin. Apparently, the last safe temp is around 43°C (110 F). At 49°C (120 F) or above, a burn is inevitable. In particular, at 49°C, a …
Self-tutoring about baking: the tutor mentions a lesson he learned. I went to make French bread the other day and discovered a recipe that calls for yeast and flour, but not sugar. (I’d been led to believe that yeast needs …