Algebra 2 Homework Help

Algebra 2 Homework Help Algebra involves solving quadratic equations . Quadratic equation is a second degree polynomial. It helps in solving may real world situations. Quadratic curves are known as circle, ellipse and hyperbola. Quadratic equation helps in solving problems on physics. The general form of quadratic equation is ax2 + bx + x = 0 where a,b,c are real numbers. The highest power of the variable that occurs in the equation is the degree of the equation. The value of the variable for which the value of quadratic equation becomes zero is the zero of a quadratic equation. The roots of quadratic equation are also called as zeros of quadratic equation. The following examples illustrate finding roots of quadratic equation. Example 1:- Find roots of quadratic equation X^2 + 5x = 6 =0 Solution 1: - x2 + 5x = 6 =0 ( x + 2) ( x + 3 ) = 0 by factorization either x+2 = 0 or x +3 = 0 x = -2 or x = -3 . Example 2:- Solve: (x+3)/(x+2) = (3x-7)/(2x-3) Solution 2:- ( x+ 3) (2x 3) = (x+2) (3x 7) by cross multiplication 2 x2 3x + 6x 9 = 3x2 7 x + 6x 14 -x2 + 4x + 5 = 0 x2 - 4x - 5 = 0 (x-5) (x+ 1) =0 ( by factorization) either x-5 = 0 or x + 1 = 0 x = 5 or x = -1 Hence, obtained the value of x. The nature of roots can be determined by using the values of x.

3 Tips for Networking in Business School

3 Tips for Networking in Business School Business school is not just about attending class, graduating, and finding a job. Business school also provides students with the opportunity to build relationships with other career-oriented individuals from various industries all over the world. One day you could be sharing nachos with a lawyer from Cambridge who wants to change careers to accounting, and the next day you could be playing volleyball with a former fighter pilot who wants to secure a management position in San Diego. So how can you make those necessary connections with a variety of people as you go through your MBA program? Here are three tips for networking in business school: Networking tip #1: connect with your classmates Your b-school cohort is rich with individuals who have interesting backgrounds. As much as possible, learn more about who these people arewhy did they decide to go to business school, and what do you have in common? You can accomplish this by: Striking up a conversation during orientation. Sharing your thoughts during a club event. Comparing notes after a company presentation. [RELATED: What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Business School] Networking tip #2: learn from second-year students The cohort above you has been through many b-school experiences already, so they know the ins and outs. Second-year students offer living proof that you can survive the first year of your MBA program, which can be an intense time. Ask them about their experiences thus far, including any advice on which classes to take, case competitions to participate in, or companies to intern with. Even though they may seem to be omnipotent individuals who have it all together, second-year students are under their own pressures as well. Reminding them of the valuable knowledge they possess by soliciting advice can benefit both parties. [RELATED: The 2 Soft Skills You Need for Business School] Networking tip #3: meet MBA students from other programs Conferences like NAWMBA, NBMBAA, Net Impact, Prospanica, and Reaching Out not only allow students to interact with companies from across the U.S. in a central location, they also provide great opportunities to build relationships with fellow b-school students who you otherwise wouldnt have a chance to meet. Prepare for these nationwide conferences in advance by seeing who else in your class will be attending. You can then work together to introduce one another to people who you should know. If you attend business school in an area with other programs nearby, you can also meet up with MBA students in your town. For example, Chicago has multiple business schools, including DePaul University (Kellstadt), Loyola University Chicago (Quinlan), Northwestern University (Kellogg), and University of Chicago (Booth). You can also attend general MBA mixers for people who attend or have graduated from business school. By expanding your networking horizons outside of your universitys campus, you can stand out by allowing for more opportunities to build connections than the ones conveniently available in your particular MBA program. In addition to your fellow b-school students, you can also reach out to the faculty and staff at your school to grow your connections. Your schools alumni network can also be a great resource while you are completing your program, as well as after you graduate. [RELATED: 4 Things to Accomplish in Your First Semester of Business School] Overall, networking is the key to building your career, both inside and outside of business school. Use your MBA time to meet new people, make new friends, and develop relationships you otherwise wouldnt have the opportunity to create. Any topics you want to know more about? Let us know! The Varsity Tutors Blog editors love hearing your feedback and opinions. Feel free to email us at blog@varsitytutors.com.

Online Examples of Slope Tutors

Online Examples of Slope Tutors Slope is defined as the ratio of vertical change to the horizontal change. Slope is denoted by small letter m. It can be explained by following examples Example :- If the line is having the coordinates (x1, y1) and (x2, y2), then the slope of the line is as follows:- Slope, m = (y2 y1) / (x2 x1) The above formula of slope is the formula of slope of a line. Slope of line basically tells us about the steepness of line. It is also indicated by the tangent of the line. This can be better clarified by suitable example mentioned below:- Question 1:- Find the slope of a line AB, if the coordinates of A is (2, 4) and B is (4, 8). Solution 1:- We know that slope of line is equal to (y2 y1) / (x2 x1). Here x1 = 2 and y1 = 4 and x2 = 4 and y2 = 8 Therefore the slope of line, m = (8 4) / (4 2) = 4 / 2 = 2 Question 2:- Find the slope of a line AB, if the coordinates of A is (1, 2) and B is (3, 4). Solution 2:- We know that slope of line is equal to (y2 y1) / (x2 x1). Here x1 = 1 and y1 = 2 and x2 = 3 and y2 = 4 Therefore the slope of line, m = (4 2) / (3 1) = 2 / 2 = 1

7 Classic Fun Songs to Play on the Guitar

7 Classic Fun Songs to Play on the Guitar Sign up successful This song evokes all the fun of young love, and its easy. Strum four beats for every  chord. 2. Leaving on a Jet Plane by John Denver (G C Em Am D) The 1960s singing trio, Peter, Paul and Mary may have made this song famous, but  legendary singer/songwriter/guitarist John Denver wrote it. Like many of Denvers hits,  this classic guitar song has a light, lilting feeling. 3. Blowin in the Wind by Bob Dylan (G A D Bm) Blowin in the Wind became one of the most influential and best known anti-war songs  ever written. Heres a great video of Bob Dylan performing this live on TV. 4. Bad Moon Rising by Creedence Clearwater Revival (D A G) The title might suggest the opposite, but Bad Moon Rising is a bright and lively song.  Listen carefully to the strumming pattern and the general rhythm in the intro, and  you can then play it throughout. 5. Yellow by Coldplay (G D C G) The strumming pattern that Coldplay chose in their original recording is simple:  down strums all the way through. But that doesnt mean that you cant change it up  a little! 6. Sweet Home Alabama by Lynyrd Skynard (D C G) The fact that this popular hit song is so simple allows for greater creativity and  ad lib on the part of the artist. Let the simplicity inspire a little riffing or a solo. 7. Free Fallin' by Tom Petty (D G Dsus D Asus) In the beginning of this song, in the intro anyway, the chords are strummed only  once each. For the rest of the song, you can strum however you like. Then again,  Im all for taking artistic liberties! These are all easy, fun songs to play on guitar and let loose. But these fun tunes are also great opportunities to pay closer attention to your posture and hand position. So be sure that your fingers are arching easily over the frets, with the palm of your hand away from the back of the neck. Most importantly, have fun! Looking for more great songs to learn on the guitar? A guitar teacher can help you choose songs that are appropriate for your skill level, and give you the support and guidance you need to get to the next level. Search for a guitar teacher now! Heather L. teaches singing, piano, acting, and more in St. Augustine, FL, as well as through online lessons. She is  a graduate of the prestigious Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey, and has performed with the New York and Royal Philharmonics, the New Jersey and Virginia Symphonies, the American Boy Choir, and the internationally renowned opera star Andrea Bocelli.  Learn more about Heather here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by  Maël Racapé

Business Geniuses in Prison

Business Geniuses in Prison Normally when I  think of prison in the United States, I  think of a violent, dangerous place where not much good happens.The TED video were using for this English listening exercise challenges my ideas of what prisons and prisoners are, and also challenges most peoples beliefs for what they could be in the future.This listening exercise is based off of a popular lesson that we give in our live English classes. Interested in talking to a teacher about this lesson? Schedule a live, individual English class.Before starting the video, youll want to study the many English phrasal verbs used in the video. The words below often have several meanings, were using the ones intended in the video.Come up with:  To think of something, especially a new idea.Figure out:  Similar to come up with.  To think of something, especially a new idea.Cut out:  To eliminate.Get around:  To bypass something.Get on:  A way of asking someone to continue.Go through:  To examine or review.Set up:  To schedule or arrange.Call off: To cancel something, especially an appointment.Call for:  To request, especially used in public requests.Come around:  To accept an idea you  originally opposed.Comprehension questions.  Write your answers in comments, and well respond.1. What was BJ’s vision?2. Why were most of the other inmates locked up?3. What was Jeff Smith’s job in prison?4. What were some of the ways to hustle in prison?5. What are some of the problems Jeff Smith mentions with the reinitiation of people with a criminal record into the world after they complete their sentence?6. Why did Jeff Smith go to prison?Discussion questions. Write your answers in comments, and well respond.1. Do you agree with Jeff Smith’s ideas about how to treat prisoners?2. What ideas can you think of to help prisoners readjust to the “real world” after getting out of prison?3. Do you think taxpayers should be asked to pay for better conditions for prisoners? For toothbrushes for them? For a rehabilitation /real-world initiation program for them?We hope you enjoyed this lesson! Please let us know if there are any videos you would like to see us use in Future English listening exercises.

The Mushroom Hunters - Test Your English Listening and Writing Skills - Video and Exercise

The Mushroom Hunters - Test Your English Listening and Writing Skills - Video and Exercise This English listening exercise is really interesting to me for a couple reasons, and it should provide our English language learners with a real listening challenge.The video linked below is about mushroom picking, which is something Paul and I have done for quite a few years. We pick Morel mushrooms, which grow in the Rocky Mountains. We havent ever picked for profit, just to add something delicious to our meals at home.The second reason this video is interesting is on a language level. The mushroom pickers featured in the video are obviously bilingual speakers but their mother tongue is interfering with their English. It is curious because their accent is perfect, and they use great idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs that you would rarely hear used by non-native English speakers. But they have a couple grammatical mistakes that are common with speakers of Asian or Russian languages. I assume this is interference from their parents language. The exercise will be about understa nding the idiomatic expressions that they use but also correcting some of their grammatical errors. Good luck!Watch and listen to the video and answer the questions! If you do the writing exercise, Ill correct your errors.Click here to watch the video.Write your answers in comments, and well respond. 1. Every _____ mushroom hunters ______to the woods around small town of Chumult, Oregon. 2. Mushrooms that grows in sand. (1 mistake) Correct the sentence. 3. The Matsutake prized by connoisseurs for their earthy aroma can command __________prices. 4. How much money did he earn this day? For how many hours worth of work? 5. How much did they used to be worth? 6. Who sets the price according to ….. 7. Why have the prices gone down? 8. Even at 5 dollars a pound the mushrooms can be a _____   ______. 9. Theres no jobs. So I just come over here to ______ my _____. 10.   In Stockton its hard find job. (2 mistakes) Correct the sentence. 11. What are the lifestyle advantages for the John Sou vannasay?Writing: Tell me about this lifestyle? Would you choose to work in this way? Why or why not? Do you have any jobs like this in your country? Do you have professional mushroom pickers? Sergio Rivero Eguia Hello Teauna, how can I do the writing and send to you to correct. Im Sergio Rivero, from Spain. Many thanks. LOIEnglish You can write your answers here, and Ill read and correct them. Jefferson the link is broke ?? LOIEnglish Which link? I tested the link to the New York Times video, and it worked fine. mari Could you check my answers and correct my English? Thank you! 1. Every fall mushroom hunters flack to the woods around small town of Chumult, Oregon.2. Mushrooms that grows in sand. (1 mistake) Correct the sentence.? Mushrooms that grow in sand.3. The Matsutake prized by connoisseurs for their earthy aroma can command astronomical prices.4. How much money did he earn this day? For how many hours worth of work? 20 dollars/day. He works 4 hours a day.5. How much did they used to be worth? 600 dollars/pound6. According to Jhon Souvannasay a big guy sets the price7. Why have the prices gone down? Because of the increasing foraging in China.8. Even at 5 dollars a pound the mushrooms can be a life line.9. There’s no jobs. So I just come over here to ease my mind.10. In Stockton its hard find job. (2 mistakes) Correct the sentence.?In Stockton it’s hard to find a job.11. What are the lifestyle advantages for the John Souvannasay? He can travel at the same time to make money.I dont think I can work like thisI like this kind of nature but I want to do this for my leisure. I like traveling so I envy his lifestyle but Ive grown up in a city so I dont think I can live this kind of survival situation. I live in Japan and we are crazy to Matsutake mushrooms so we have professional mushrooms pickers. Domestic mushrooms are really expensive so we import a lot of cheep mathutake mushrooms from all over the world. LOIEnglish Mari, Good work! Here are som e corrections:Listening Question #1: The correct answer is flock-to congregate or mass in a flock or large group. i.g. Students flocked to spring break sites.Listening Question #4: He earned $1300 dollars for the day.Listening Question #11: You have a grammar mistake in your answer. He can travel at the same time AS he is making money.I live in Japan and we are crazy ABOUT Matsutake. we have professional mushroom (no S) pickers. There isnt an s because you are describing pickerS and adjectives in English are never plural.import a lot of CHEAP (spelling error)Marireally good writing. I noticed that you didnt use your modal verbs such as could. If you use them in your writing it sounds more natural and gives us the idea that this is something that you are imagining. For example: I dont think I COULD work like this. It sets the stage for an imaginary argument. Over all your writing is quite good. Try using your modal verbs to take your English to the next level.Thanks! mari Thank you so much for your good advice! Carlos 1. Every fall mushroom hunters flats to the woods around small town of Chumult, Oregon.2. Mushrooms that grows in sand. Correct the sentence. Mushrooms that grows on sand.3. The Matsutake prized by connoisseurs for their earthy aroma can command astronomical prices.4. How much money did he earn this day? 1300 USD per day For how many hours worth of work? 4 hours a day.5. How much did they used to be worth? now 5 USD per pound last 3 year was 20 USD per pound7. Why have the prices gone down? because China has lower prices8. Even at 5 dollars a pound the mushrooms can be a life line.9. There’s no jobs. So I just come over here to ease my mind.10. In Stockton its hard find job. Correct the sentence. In Stockton is hard find a job11. What are the lifestyle advantages for the John Souvannasay? its fun, go from state to state, different mountains, live in different ways, and making money at the same time.Its a free lifestyle, I wouldnt like to w ork in this way. beacuse it seems bored and I cant get much money to live all the year. I dont have some job like this in my country. No. LOIEnglish CarlosThanks for answering! Listening Question #1: The correct answer is flock-to congregate or mass in a flock or large group. i.g. Students flocked to spring break sites.Grammar Correction Question #2: The problem isnt with the preposition it is with the verb; it doesnt fit with the noun. The noun is plural mushroomS and he used the 3rd person singular verb form. The correction is: Mushrooms that grow in sand. GROW without SGrammar Correction Question #10: In Stockton its hard TO find A job. You need to use the infinitive with to in this sentence because you already used an active verb.Writing correction: I wouldnt like to work THIS way. (no need for in) Because it seems BORING. You can watch our video about the difference between adjectives with ed or inghttp://www.skypeenglishclasses.com/skype-english-blog/videos/english-adjective s-with-ed-and-ing-video-and-exercise/I cant get (earn is a better choice) much money to live all YEAR. (drop THE; this is a direct translation from Spanish)There isnt ANY job like this in my country. Maybe Ill do a video about the difference between any or some. Any is with negatives and some is with positives. That is a quick tip for learning the difference. i.g. There isnt ANY milk. There is SOME juice.Hopes this helps!

Advantages of a Traditional On-campus College Experience

Advantages of a Traditional On-campus College Experience The Advantages of a Traditional On-campus College Experience The Advantages of a Traditional On-campus College Experience Although todays students have an amalgam of educational opportunities to choose from, including blended learning, online courses, and self-directed study, there is something to be said for the traditional on-campus experience. One of the greatest things about the on-campus experience is the opportunity to socialize in a once-in-a-lifetime setting still applying to college? Our experienced Irvine college consultants are here to help. 1. Socializing within your age group Although diversity is an important issue for students to learn about in college, as well as once they enter the workforce, living on or close by campus in a college town gives students the opportunity to experience the young collegiate lifestyle. Most traditional college towns offer a lot of entertainment, including artsy coffee shops to study in, mega movie theaters and smaller art house theaters, sports facilities to entertain students on the weekends, arts and culture, live music events etc… Being part of a college town can give students the opportunity to enjoy these types of activities with other people ages 18 to 22. In addition to spending time with and doing activities with people of one’s own age group, its important to have a certain number of friends who understand what a new college student is going through. In US culture, the ages between 18 and 21 present a huge shift from being a teenager to being a young adult with responsibilities and privileges. Generally, the only other people who understand this transition are those who are currently going through it (READ: 5 Things to do Before You Go Away to College). 2. The opportunity to get involved in politics and culture Although online learning or blended learning can provide excellent educational opportunities, most students who spend the majority of their college years on campus will have the opportunity to be involved with politics and local culture. College campuses are some of the most vocal political platforms and can provide the opportunity for a new adult to learn about and express what is important to them. In addition to political expression, college campuses offer a huge amount of diverse culture. In some cases, the culture will come from people with varying backgrounds, and in other cases it will come from the vibe that emanates from a college campus itself. College campuses are a culture in and of themselves, and many feel that spending time on campus is a rite of passage for young people (READ: College Acceptance and Friendship: The Social Trap). 3. Total immersion of education Although, working as a full-time student and living on campus is becoming increasingly unaffordable, it does allow students to immerse completely themselves in their academic endeavors. Off-campus life will offer distractions that take students away from the task at hand, however having a traditional on-campus college experience will surround students with academics 24-7. Because everybody else on campus is there to study and learn, its easier to stay focused on the course curriculum then to be distracted by the lifestyles of people who work full-time. Money aside, the traditional college experience has worked for many generations and will continue to work for at least some of todays students (READ: Extra Curricular Activities For Your College Resume). In Short Although 21st-century students are certainly not confined to a traditional on-campus experience, it can offer a variety of positive aspects to students who do choose to study on-campus and live in a college town. In general, it will be easier to focus on academics, students will be able to enjoy this stage of life with other people their age, and they will also receive the social and entertainment perks of living in a town essentially meant for people ages 18 to 22. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

4 Natural Tricks for Healthy Skin

4 Natural Tricks for Healthy Skin Image via http://sharing.turnto23.com Proper skincare is especially vital for women in their late teens and twenties because this is the time where development peaks and the most effective years in terms of preventing signs of early aging. We are all guilty of too much sun exposure or falling asleep with a full face of makeup after a night of debauchery and that is totally acceptable (although it should be prevented as much as possible). But in order to achieve your most glowing skin potential, you have to exercise proper care and maintenance of your face and you must be cognizant of the products that you use in order to radiate that natural beauty. If you remain consistent with a predominantly holistic (and affordable) skin routine, you can achieve that dewy no makeup needed look that every girl yearns for. Check out some of these super effective tips for achieving your healthiest skin ever! Always use protection I promise, this is not an inappropriate request. By protection I am referring to sunscreen obviously, or is your mind in the gutter?? Even if the weatherman is predicting cloudy skies, your face is still in danger of exposure to harmful UV rays. While we all love a good tan, chronic exposure to UV rays can lead to premature aging, wrinkles, sun spots, sagging and discoloration yikes! These are all consequences that we want to avoid not only in the present but that we definitely want to prevent in the future. To make sure that your skin is always protected from the sun, try not to leave home without applying SPF 15 or higher. You can do this with a moisturizer containing sunscreen or for those of you who prefer a little more coverage, try a tinted SPF moisturizer. Lemony hydration Image via http://zaiqatv.com First thing in the morning, depending on how much time that I have, I either take a shot of raw apple cider vinegar or drink a hot cup of water with fresh lemon before breakfast. I do this not only to wake up my senses, speed up my metabolism, and cleanse my digestive tract, but also to help my skin. The fresh citrus juice mixed with the hot water helps to purify the body, helping to eliminate toxins and reduce the chances of skin sensitivities. A boost of Vitamin C in the morning can also cut down on your body’s amount of free-radicals, causing your skin to stay healthy and work towards looking its very best. Scrub up Exfoliation is so important for healthy and radiant skin. A lack of exfoliation causes the dead skin cells on the surface of our skin to appear opaque and resultantly not reflect any light, resulting in a dull looking face. We definitely want to avoid this because lighting can be a complete game changer. As Michelle Pfeiffer once said, “If they have the right light on you, it makes no difference what face creams you use …” To find your best natural lighting (any time and any day), be sure to exfoliate biweekly with a light scrub that won’t dry out your skin.   You can even create your own mixture by making a paste of equal parts baking soda and water. Once made into a paste, apply the mixture onto your face and massage it into your skin for about a minute before rinsing off with cool water and patting dry. Not only is this DIY exfoliant easy and cheap to make, but it does a wonderful job at clearing your skin of unwanted dead cells. Tone up Image via http://newhealthadvisor.com Contrary to what many say, using a toner is okay and even an essential step to your skincare routine. Applying a toner subsequent to cleansing can help to balance your skin’s pH levels, providing you with a more even skin tone. Toners were originally introduced as a way to restore the skins natural pH after using conventional cleanser products. The skin has a very delicate acid mantle that normally has a pH of around 5. Soap-based cleansers are typically more alkaline (have a pH above 7), which can disrupt the acid mantle on the skin. When the acid mantle is disrupted, it promotes abnormal bacteria growth, and our skin becomes more susceptible to diseases, infections, and even wrinkles long-term. Toners, which are more acidic (a pH of around 3-4), restore the skin to its natural pH. Although we should be using toners, the store bought kind are typically a chemical soup of alcohol and fragrances, parabens, hydrogenated oils, and additives that aren’t even close to being necessary for anyone to have beautiful skin. This is why, along with ingesting it, I use raw apple cider vinegar as a natural toner. I mix one part apple cider vinegar to four parts filtered water and apply it to my face with a cotton ball after cleansing. Apple cider vinegar facial toner made from raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar balances the natural pH of the skin, and breaks up the bonds between dead skin cells (exfoliating) to keep skin pores open. It also can lighten sun and age spots, and can improve acne and acne scars. If you prefer to shop for your toner, be sure to choose one that is alcohol free.