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Subtracting Integers Using Integer Counters
Do you need a quick refresher on how to subtract integers using Integer Counters? I will show you how to use integer counters and the additive inverse rule for subtracting integers. In addition, I will walk you through 3 examples, giving...
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Solving Equations with No Solution, One Solution, or Many Solutions
This video explores the intriguing world of equations, showcasing how they can lead to straightforward solutions or unexpected contradictions. Viewers are guided through solving equations with no solution, equations with one solution,...
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Expanding Single Brackets
This video covers expanding brackets (also known as multiplying out brackets) including brackets with powers and negative multipliers. Practice questions and answers are at the end of the video.
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Collecting Like Terms
This video will cover collecting like terms and simplifying algebraic expressions. It explains what a "like term" is, and how to collect these terms together; the first step to simplifying an expression. We will then show you how to...
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The Stories Behind Food Names
It shouldn't matter what a food is called as long as it tastes good, right? Well, maybe not.
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60 Euphemisms for Death!
No topic is as universally avoided--yet universally unavoidable--as DEATH. So, it's got a lot of euphemisms in virtually every language.
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Popular Words Invented by Authors
Authors often create words just for a one-time usage... but a special few will gain traction and become full-fledged parts of our shared lexicon!
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How much car can I afford? Here's how to calculate
When buying a car, it’s easy to forgo budgeting and get in too deep, especially if you’re already at the car dealership looking at all the features. Here's how to properly calculate exactly how much you can afford to spend.
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Why Do We Use Cringey Words for Loved Ones?
Why do we use such unusual words for the people we love? From baby to bunny, two thirds of American adults refer to their romantic partners by a pet name. And we’ve been doing this for a long time—the Historical Thesaurus of the Oxford...
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Where Alcoholic Drinks Got Their Names
There are no shortage of wacky names for alcoholic beverages, from Fuzzy Navels, to Sex on the Beaches, to the NSFW AMF. Humans have been enjoying alcoholic beverages since the dawn of civilization so there's plenty of linguistic...
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Hamlet 3.1 Word Nerd: Bodkin
This video examines Shakespeare's use of the word "bodkin" in "Hamlet," detailing its meanings and symbolic significance. The term historically refers to a small, sharp dagger or a needle-like tool, enhancing the thematic depth of...
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Hamlet 3.4 Word Nerd: Rhapsody
This video delves into the linguistic history and transformation of the word "rhapsody" from its origins to its modern usage. The video further discusses how the term "rhapsody" eventually came to denote an emotional or exuberant musical...
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Simplify Algebraic Expressions
"Simplify Algebraic Expressions" explains how to simplify algebraic expressions by combining like terms.
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Associative and Distributive
Associative and Distributive solves mathematical expressions by using the associative and distributive properties.
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Hamlet 1.5 Word Nerd: Hebona
Hebona, is a term for a poisonous plant, though it's unclear which plant specifically it refers to—potentially henbane or the highly toxic yew tree. The yew tree, known for its fatal effects on cattle or horses that consume its foliage,...
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Hamlet 1.3 Word Nerd: Habit
The word "habit" originates from the Latin term for having or holding, traditionally referring to one's demeanor, appearance, or even clothing. In contemporary English, while its usage to denote clothing is largely archaic, specific...
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Hamlet 1.2 Word Nerd: Canon
Explore the evolution of the word "canon," which began as a term for laws or decrees issued by the Christian Church, then referred to the official list of Biblical books, and eventually denoted a collection of authenticated works by a...
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Exploring the Evolution and Impact of Genetic Engineering in Medicine
This video provides an overview of genetic engineering, tracing its evolution from a concept in science fiction to a reality in modern science. The video discusses the impact of genetic engineering on precision medicine, gene therapy,...
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The Evolution of Surgery: From Barbers to Modern Medical Marvels
This video provides a comprehensive overview of the history and evolution of surgery as a medical practice. The video discusses key advancements in surgical techniques and technology over the centuries, such as the use of anesthesia,...
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The Iranian Hostage Crisis: A Turning Point in US-Iran Relations
This video provides a detailed account of the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis, where Islamic student militants held 52 American embassy staff hostage for 444 days in Tehran. The crisis, stemming from the aftermath of the Iranian Revolution...
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The Watergate Scandal: Nixon's Downfall and Resignation
This video provides a detailed account of the Watergate scandal, highlighting how President Richard Nixon became the first American president to resign from office in 1974 due to his involvement in the cover-up of the break-in at the...
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McCarthyism: The Rise and Fall of Senator Joseph McCarthy
This video tells the story of Senator Joseph McCarthy's rise and fall during the 1950s, as he accused individuals of communist ties during the Cold War era. The Army-McCarthy hearings in 1954, broadcast live on television, led to a...
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Understanding and Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
This video introduces the concept of algebraic expressions and guides learners through the process of evaluating expressions, step by step.
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Striking a Balance : Investigating Reaction Rate and Stoichiometry
Influence of Stoichiometry on Rate of Reaction. Rate of Reaction & Stoichiometry part 1