Volume Formula

Volume Formula Volume Formula: Volume is defined as the space occupied within a 3-dimensional solid object. Volume of an object is also referred to as its Capacity. Volume is one of the most important and commonly used measuring formula to calculate the space enclosed within the boundaries of a 3-dimensional object. The objects which have 3 dimensions of length, width and height are known as a 3-dimensional object. Examples of such figures include cube, cuboid, prism, sphere, cone, pyramid etc. The standard measuring units for volume are cubic centimeters, cubic meters, cubic foot, cubic inch, liters, etc. The figure below shows us various 3-dimensional objects and the spaces enclosed within them. Before we calculate the volume of each of the above figures, we must know how to convert one unit of volume to another unit. Conversion of Volume: In order to convert volume from one unit to another unit, we should be aware of the standard conversion between the units. For example, if we want to convert 1 cubic yard to cubic feet, then we must first know the standard conversion between yard and feet. 1 yard = 3 feet Now, a volume of 1 cubic yard implies 1yard * 1 yard * 1 yard Now to convert it to cubic feet and considering 1 yard is equal to 3 feet, we get: Volume of 1 cubic yard implies = 3 feet * 3 feet * 3 feet = 27 cubic feet. Therefore, 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. Example: Convert 5 cubic meters to liters. The standard unit conversion between cubic meters and liters is: 1 cubic meter = 1000 liters Hence, 5 cubic meters = 5 * 1000 = 5000 liters. Volume Formula for Various Shapes: Calculating volume is a very commonly done procedure, and this process is done in our daily life quite often. If we need to measure the space within a rectangular box, then we must know the volume formula for that shape and similarly to be able to know the amount of water that can fit into a bottle, we must measure the space enclosed within the bottle. Now let us calculate the volume formula for different geometry shapes with different sizes. 1)Volume of a Box (Cuboid): A box is also considered a Cuboid or a rectangular prism, and the volume of a box is the volume or space enclosed within a box. As shown in the figure below, a box figure has length, width and height at right angles and the faces of the box or cuboid are usually rectangles. A cuboid as shown in the figure below has 6 faces, 8 vertices and 12 edges. If the dimensions of the box are given as length l, width w and height h, then the Volume of the box is given by the formula as shown below: Volume of the Box, V = length * width * height. Therefore, V = lwh Example: Find the volume of the box whose length is 12 inches, width is 8 inches and height is 7 inches. Given that length, l = 12 inches Width, w = 8 inches Height, h = 7 inches Therefore, Volume of the Box, V = length * width * height == V = 12 * 8 * 7 = 672 inches3 This implies, Volume of the Box = 672 cubic inches. 2)Volume of a Cube: A cube is a 3-dimensional figure whose faces are all square faces. A cube has 6 congruent square faces, 12 edges and 8 vertices. A cube is also known as a regular hexahedron. Since a cube consists of all equal or congruent squares, hence its side are of equal length as well. If the side length of a cube is s, then the Volume of a Cube, V = s * s * s. Therefore, V = s3 Example: What is the volume of a cube of side length 5cm? Given the side length of a cube, s = 5cm Volume of a Cube, V = s3 == Therefore, Volume, V = (5cm)3 = 125cm3 or 125 cubic centimeters. 3)Volume of a Cone: A cone is a geometric shape which has a circular base, and a single vertex (also known as apex). If the apex of the cone is exactly over the center of the circular base, then such a cone is known as the Right Cone. If the apex of the cone is not exactly over the center of the base, then such a cone is known as the Oblique Cone. For a given Cone, if the radius of the circular base is r, and height (or altitude) is h, then the Volume of the Cone is given by the equation below: Volume of a Cone, V =1/3 * * (radius)2 * height == Volume, V = 1/3 * * r2 * h Example: What is the Volume of a Cone whose radius is 7 inches and height is 8 inches? Given that radius, r = 7 inches and height, h = 8 inches. Volume of the Cone, V = 1/3 * * r2 * h = 1/3 * 3.14 * 72 * 8 = 410.3 inches3 4)Volume of a Sphere and a Hemisphere: A sphere is a 3-dimensioanl geometric figure which has no edges (sides) or vertices (corners). It is a perfectly symmetrical shape which has all its points on the surface equidistant from the center. If a sphere has a radius r, then the Volume of the Sphere is given by the equation below: Volume of a Sphere, V = 4/3 * * (radius)3 == Volume, V = 4/3 * * r3 When a sphere is cut into half, then we get a Hemisphere. Volume of a Hemisphere = 1/2 * (Volume of Sphere) = 1/2 * 4/3 * * r3 Therefore, Volume of a Hemisphere, V = 2/3 * ???? * r3 Example: Find the volume of a sphere whose radius is 10m. If the sphere is cut into half, then what is the volume of the hemisphere? Given that the radius of the sphere, r = 10m Volume of the Sphere, V = 4/3 * * r3 = 4/3 * 3.14 * (10)3 Therefore, Volume of the Sphere, V = 4186.7 m3 If the sphere is cut into half, we get a hemisphere. Volume of a Hemisphere = 2/3 * * r3 = 2/3 * 3.14 * (10)3 Therefore, Volume of a Hemisphere, V = 2093.3 m3 5)Volume of a Cylinder: A cylinder is a solid closed figure which has two congruent parallel circular bases that are connected by a curved surface. A cylinder has 2 bases that are circular in shape and are parallel to each other. Since they are circular, the bases have radius. These circular bases are connected by a curved surface and the line joining the centers of the circular bases is known as the Axis. The perpendicular distance between the 2 circular bases is known as the height or the altitude. In our daily life, a cylinder is a very commonly observed geometric shape. We usually find cylinders which are called Right Cylinders and the ones which are slant in their position, known as the Oblique Cylinders as shown in the diagram below. If the 2 bases are exactly above one another and the axis is at right angles to the base, then that cylinder is known as the Right Cylinder. If the 2 bases are not exactly above one another and the axis is not at right angles to the base, then that cylinder is known as the Oblique Cylinder. For a given Right or Oblique Cylinder, if the radius of the circular base is r and height (or altitude) which is the perpendicular distance between the 2 bases is h then the Volume of the Cylinder is given by the equation below: Volume of a Cylinder, V = ???? * (radius)2 * height == Volume, V = * r2 * h Example: Calculate the Volume of a Cylinder whose radius is 6cm and height is 9cm. Given that radius, r = 6cm and height, h = 9cm. Volume of the Cylinder, V = * r2 * h = 3.14 * 62 * 9 = 1017.36 cm3 6)Volume of a Pyramid: A pyramid is a 3-dimensional solid which has a base (which can be of any polygon), and has three or more triangular faces meeting at a single vertex (also known as the apex). Volume of a pyramid is the amount of space contained within the pyramid. Based on the base polygon we have different kinds of pyramids. If the base of a pyramid is a square, then we get a Square Pyramid. If the base of the pyramid is a triangle, then we get a Triangular Pyramid. Volume of any Pyramid can be calculated using the formula, V = 1/3 * (Base Area) * (Height) Volume of a Square Pyramid: If the side length of the square base is a and the perpendicular distance from the vertex (apex) to the center of the base is h, then the Volume of the Square Pyramid can be calculated by the equation below: Volume of a Pyramid, V = 1/3 * (Area of the base) * HeightSo, therefore, Volume of the Square Pyramid V = 1/3 * a2 * h Example:Find the volume of the square pyramid whose side is 4m and height is 6m. Given that the side length, a = 4m Height, h = 6m Volume of the Square Pyramid, V = 1/3 * a2 * h = 1/3 * (4)2 * 6 Therefore, volume of the Pyramid, V = 32m3 Volume of the Triangular Pyramid: If the base of a pyramid is a triangle, then that pyramid is known as a Triangular Pyramid. Usually the triangle at the base has equal sides, thus making it an equilateral triangular pyramid or a regular triangular pyramid. But if the sides of the base triangle are not equal, then we get an irregular base pyramid. Volume of a Triangular Pyramid = 1/3 * Base Area * Height Given the base of a Triangular pyramid is an equilateral triangle, and the side length is a and the perpendicular distance from the vertex (apex) to the center of the base is h. Since the base is an equilateral triangle of side length a, hence its base area is 3/4 * a2 Therefore, Volume of an Equilateral (Regular) Triangular Pyramid = 1/3 * 3/4 * a2 * h Example: Calculate the volume of a regular triangular pyramid whose triangle side length is 5m and height is 8m. Since it is mentioned that it is a regular triangular pyramid, hence the base is an equilateral triangle. Given that the side length, a = 5m and height, h = 8m Volume of an Equilateral Triangular Pyramid = 1/3 * 3/4 * a2 * h = 1/3 * 3/4 * 52 * 8 = 28.9 m3 Hence, the volume is 28.9 m3. 7) Volume of a Prism: A prism is a 3-dimensional solid object with flat faces which has identical bases (or ends) which are parallel to each other. The prisms have the same cross-section all along their length. Since a prism is a polyhedron, it does not contain any curved sides. All its faces are flat, and all the edges are straight lines. Based on the cross-section of the prism, there are various types of them. For instance, if the cross-section along the length of a prism is a square, it is a Square Prism. If the cross-section along its length is a triangle, then it is a Triangular Prism. Volume of a Prism, V = Base Area * Height of the prism. The base area of the prism depends on the type of base the prism has. Volume of a Square Prism: Given a prism which has a square base of side length s, and the height of the prism is h. Volume of the Square Prism = Base Area * Height == s2 * h Volume of a Square Prism, V = s2 * h Example: Calculate the volume of a square prism whose base length is 4m and height is 5m. Given that the base side length, s = 4m and height, h = 5m Volume of a Square Prism, V = s2 * h == V = (4m)2 * 5m = 80m3 Therefore, the volume of the given square prism is 80 cubic meters. Volume of a Triangular Prism: Given a prism which has a triangular base of side length s and the height of the base triangle is d. The height of the prism is given to be h. Volume of a Triangular Prism = Base Area * Height (Base Area of a triangle = 1/2 * base * height = 1/2 * s * d) Therefore, Volume of a Triangular Prism, V = 1/2 * s * d * h Example: Calculate the volume of a triangular prism whose base triangle length is 5m, height of the triangle is 3m and height of the prism is 8m. Given that the base side length, s = 5m, height of the triangular base, d = 3m and height of the prism, h = 8m. Volume of a Triangular Prism, V = 1/2 * s * d * h = 1/2 * 5m * 3m * 8m = 60m3 Therefore the volume of the given triangular prism is 60 cubic meters.

How to Choose a Creative College

How to Choose a Creative College The following piece was written by Elaina Loveland. Elaina is an admissions consultant for students pursuing creative degrees. She has two published books Creative Colleges: A Guide for Student Actors, Artists, Dancers, Musicians, and Writers, and Creative Careers: Paths for Aspiring Actors, Artists, Dancers, Musicians, and Writers. If you want to major in the arts and earn a degree in Art, Drama, Dance, Music, or Creative Writing, it might take some research to find the right program for you. Unlike degrees that are offered at nearly every college and university (think History or Biology), creative programs often vary greatly by institution. Here are 10 questions you need to ask to narrow down your search.1. How much time do you want to spend pursuing your passion? If you want to live and breathe your creative area of interest 80% of the time, youll be most interested in BFA programs. If youd rather spend less time than that practicing your art, but still want to major in it and leave room for electives that interest you and perhaps do a double major or have a minor outside of your creative field, consider BA or BS programs instead.2. Is an audition, art portfolio, or creative writing portfolio required for admission? Many of the most competitive programs in the arts have an arts-based requirement like an audition, art portfolio, or creative writing portfolio for admission to the program. You will need to investigate the programs you are interested in to find out their requirements. Its important to follow guidelines carefully because each school has different requirements.3. How much can you perform, exhibit art, or publish? Take the time to find out exactly what kinds of performing, exhibiting, or publishing opportunities are available to you in each program you are considering. Find out if you can participate fully in these opportunities during your freshman year or if you have to wait until you are an upperclassman. Learn how many opportunities there are per semester and if there are any opportunities off-campus that could bolster your rsum.4. Who are your teachers? Unlike faculty in other disciplines, as an artist, you will be working more closely with program faculty throughout your college career rather than taking just one or two classes with them and moving on like students in other disciplines frequently do. The best faculty have extensive experience in the field and are often still practicing artists. Do they have industry contacts? Do they have advanced education like an MFA (master of fine arts degree)?5. Are there master classes with guest artists or other industry guests? The most competitive programs usually offer master classes with renowned artists, actors, choreographers, musicians, and writers. Some programs also offer specialized symposiums that focus on topics like careers in the arts or nights with industry guests that can offer advice to upcoming graduates. Bringing in talent from the outside to help students with their understanding of their discipline can be a valuable asset to an arts program.6. What are the facilities like? Do the programs facilities look professional? You are going to be spending a lot of time in classrooms, in rehearsal spaces, in studios, and on stage, and you want to make sure those spaces exhibit a professional atmosphere that can reflect the success of its students and graduates. Access is also something to consideryou will want to make sure that rehearsal spaces are accessible beyond normal business hoursan artists work is never done. If you need to practice at 3:00 p.m. on a Saturday, you are going to want to make sure that you will be able to do it.7. Who are the alumni? Find out where the alumni of the program are now in their careers. Does one of them have your dream job? They should. You want to attend a program where you know that it is capable of teaching you what you need to know to be successful in your career afterward. Looking at the success of alumni is a good way of measuring this.8. Are scholarships available? While not all institutions have artistic scholarships, it is an extra bonus if you can find a program that meets your criteria and can offer you the possibility of a scholarship. Most scholarship money for the arts is available from the institution itself so dont overlook scholarship possibilities. If you are academically talented, you may also be eligible for academic merit scholarships, so be sure to investigate those scholarships as well. Leave no corner unturned. After graduation, if you have to take out loans, you will have to repay them, so make sure that factoring the cost of your degree is considered carefully.9. What kind of opportunities will you have for internships and part-time work? Working while in school requires time management, but its possible. Making contacts off campus can be helpful in seeking internships later in your college career. If you do take the plunge to get a part-time job in the real world, it may be beneficial to find a job related to your field of study. For example, you could work in an art gallery or museum, work at a local professional theatre company, teach dance to children at a local dance studio, work at a local symphony or opera company, or work at a local publishing company or newspaper. 10. What kind of support is there for finding a job after graduating? You should check out the support that the college will provide for you to find a job. The college career office at your school most likely has a library of books that can help you delve further into career possibilities. Your alumni office may have a list of people working in certain fields. Many make themselves available for informational interviews. Faculty members in your department may also have personal contacts with whom you can speak about career choices. Ask questions to find out what resources the colleges you are considering offer. For more information, visit www.creativecollegesandcareers.com and www.elainaloveland.com.The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

GRE Quantitative Reasoning Strategy Trigonometry Strategies

GRE Quantitative Reasoning Strategy Trigonometry Strategies GRE/MAT Graduate School Blog While you may be taking the GRE to get into graduate school, it may relieve you to know you won’t have to use math that you’ve learned past your sophomore or junior year of high school. Long-winded and drawn out problem solving and arithmetic is not the style of the GRE. So what’s the catch? If the math is so easy, why are you even reading this article on how to tackle the math section? The challenge behind this section draws from the way these limited mathematical concepts are presented to you. In a sense, you need to often systematically deconstruct the problem in the way it’s presented, to determine what is really being asked of you. Once you are able to determine what the question is asking, the actual “number-crunching” or math involved is much less than you might think. As per ETS, here are the main points the exam is essentially assessing: basic mathematical skills understanding of elementary mathematical concepts ability to reason quantitatively and to model and solve problems with quantitative methods They will use the following subject matter to test your ability to successfully demonstrate competency in the above: basic shape properties (triangles, circles, quadrilaterals, etc.), exponents, integer properties, word problems. Our friends at Magoosh have built this frequency distribution to provide better insight into the types of questions asked and how high or low yield they are: The GRE quantitative section is broken up into quantitative comparison (QC) questions and problem solving questions. The QC questions involve comparing two columns and deciding if one is greater than the other, if they are both equal or if it cannot be determined. The Problem solving section entails multiple choice and free response. The lack of advanced math concepts on this exam provides students with a unique advantage. By getting enough practice and familiarity with the types of questions on the GRE, especially by taking as many practice exams as possible, a student has a high likelihood of success since the math concepts themselves are not terribly difficult and can be strengthened. Repeated exposure will be the best tool against some of the more seemingly tricky questions on the GRE. This is why one’s best friend during test prep is taking practice exams and going over the answers (with your tutors)! Make sure to always challenge yourself and stay consistent. Come test day, your hard work will surely pay off! The following is an example of a math problem that may seem complicated, but only involves simple trig concepts of a 30-60-90 triangle: What is the area of an equilateral triangle whose inscribed circle has a radius of 2? 12 16 12 sq rt._/3 16 sq rt._/3 4(3+2 sq rt._/2) To begin, draw an equilateral triangle with a circle inscribed inside.From here, you can draw a hypotenuse for a 30-60-90 right triangle from the center of the circle to either of the bottom two sides. Remember that in a 30-60-90 triangle the proportions are: So it follows that our triangle’s sides are: Now draw the altitude in for the big, equilateral triangle to find the height. Drawing in this altitude will allow you to form a bigger 30-60-90 right triangle. Using the same proportions of a 30-60-90 triangle we get the following side lengths of the larger triangle. Now you can simply use the formula to calculate the area of a triangle: Area of a Triangle = ½ (base) x (height) = ½ (4 sq rt_/3)(6) =24 sq rt_/3 x ½ =12 sq rt_/3 The answer is C! Remember to first draw a picture and remember that they will simply test basic trig and math concepts, dressed up in seemingly tricky problems! Good luck!

Tutorfair Discounted Dyslexia Training, Monday Nov. 24th

Tutorfair Discounted Dyslexia Training, Monday Nov. 24th Dyslexia Training with British Dyslexia Association and Tutorfair Have you or your child been diagnosed with dyslexia? Are you a tutor who’s been asked to support a dyslexic student? Tutorfair can help! Dyslexia is such a complicated thing to understand, not just for the person/child who has it, but also for everyone around them. Trying to learn to live with it doesn't stop with going into class from 9-5, or doing extra homework; that can only truly happen if they get the correct support needed for his/her's specific difficulty. -Nicholas B. Students with dyslexia often find studying and learning frustrating, if not impossible. Dyslexia is not conducive to traditional methods of learning to read, write, and spell. As a result, dyslexic students often benefit from additional support outside of school, like private tutors. The right tutor can make a huge difference for a student with dyslexia. With effective support, the difficulties of dyslexia can be minimised and students can become successful readers and writers. About one in ten people in the UK struggles with dyslexia. In fact, there are more searches for dyslexia tutors in London than for English and science tutors combined! That’s a huge demand! Tutorfair wants to make sure students have access to the support they need to love learning and enjoy their time in school. So we’re committed to ensuring there are qualified, well-trained tutors who can provide this much needed support. Training to provide dyslexia support is often expensive and difficult for tutors to access, which is where Tutorfair comes in! I was very lucky that I got support from a very young age learnt many different methods about how to live with it like: if I encounter a problem what to do, what methods can I use to overcome the problem. - Nicholas B. Tutorfair is teaming up with the British Dyslexia Association (BDA) to train our tutors in Practical Solutions for Dyslexia. Tutorfair and BDA will provide 25 lucky tutors with the tools they need to effectively help students who struggle with dyslexia. We’re making this course available to tutors for a serious discount! Normally, it costs £72; however Tutorfair tutors can attend for just £40!  After the course, tutors will : have an understanding of the sensory experience of what dyslexia feels like and how it affects the learning process be familiar with different types of dyslexia understand the best ways to teach children with dyslexia, according to research and learning theories have ideas and knowledge of practical teaching strategies, multisensory lesson plans and resources Sign up here to attend Practical Solutions course on Monday Nov. 24th, 2014. We plan to follow-up this training with a series of training days which, when combined, will give tutors a level-3 Accreditation in Dyslexia Support. The Nov. 24th training day is a pre-requisite for further training, so if you’re a tutor who’d like to get training, it’s very important you attend! This is also the best day to attend if you’re looking for a less in-depth overview of dyslexia. Students and parents will be able to search our database for “Dyslexia Support” to find quality, trained tutors who can provide effective learning support. As a result, more students will have more support, and can start loving to learn! Now that I'm in my mid 20's, lots of people say that they wouldn't have known whatsoever that I had a really severe form of Dyslexia/Dyspraxia. For me, that is the greatest compliment. Accommodating each child/person’s specific needs, as soon as possible (and being incredibly patient with it) would mean that they can carry on with their lives without any difficulties, and without being afraid.   -Nicholas B. British Dyslexia Association The British Dyslexia Association provide dyslexia and dyscalculia training for schools, teachers, companies, and individuals.The BDA aims to be the voice of the dyslexic community in the UK and enable individuals with dyslexia to reach their full potential.

Battle of the Food Delivery Apps Which is Best

Battle of the Food Delivery Apps Which is Best via Pexels Delivery.com Delivery.com is a versatile app that offers food, groceries, alcohol, and even dry cleaning services. Pros: With so many different services to choose from, Delivery.com is a great app to use if you have multiple errands to run. So, if you don’t want to waste time purchasing groceries from one place and alcohol from another, Delivery.com offers a super convenient solution. Unlike some other apps, Delivery.com does not charge a service fee! Delivery.com offers quite a variety of food options, with 39 different kinds of cuisine to choose from at popular restaurants. You can earn Delivery Points for every order you place, which means you can redeem your points for credit on any orders you place in the future. What’s more, Delivery.com offers exclusive promotions and discounts that you should definitely take advantage of. Cons: While the app itself does not charge a service fee, some restaurants that you order from may have a delivery fee and set an order minimum. DoorDash DoorDash is another widely known and used food delivery app that you may want to give a try. Pros: You get free delivery for your first order! Who doesn’t love that? You can access DoorDash from more than 1,200 cities in Canada and the U.S., and it offers options from over 110,000 restaurant menus! With such a variety of places from which to order and choose, you’re sure to enjoy perusing this app for food options. This app has a unique and helpful feature called “DoorDash Delight,” which is essentially a rating system that recommends the best restaurants in your area by accounting for such things as restaurant popularity, customer satisfaction, food quality, and delivery time. This is a great feature to take advantage of so that you can easily pick and choose from local restaurants. On the flip side, if you’re looking for a job, DoorDash just might be a good fit for you. “Dashers” drive around to different restaurants and deliver orders to customers, plus it’s a very flexible job because they get to determine their own working hours. Cons: Ordering on DoorDash may sometimes include additional delivery fees, including a service fee and extra pricing during busy delivery times. So if you’re looking to save on money, just be wary of any additional fees you may have to pay. Eat 24 Available in more than 1,500 different cities in the U.S., Eat 24 is a food delivery app owned by Grubhub. Pros: Eat 24 provides an array of options. There are 50 different kinds of cuisine to choose from, plus you get to pick among different types of eateries: fast food, casual, and sit-down restaurants. Eat 24 also offers exclusive promotions that will help you save on the price of your meal. What’s more, there are no delivery fees. Another really cool feature of Eat 24 is that you get to read other customers’ reviews and ratings of different restaurants. This can be super helpful if you’re the kind of person who wants to see what other people think about a certain establishment, which can help guide your own decision-making process. Cons: Restaurants that you order from may possibly charge a delivery fee and set an order minimum. As it’s owned by Grubhub, Eat 24 may seem a little too similar to its parent company. So if you’re already a Grubhub user, you may not find much incentive to use Eat 24. via Pexels Eat Purely For those of you who want to order in but still crave something delicious and healthy, Eat Purely is a great choice. Based in Chicago, this food delivery service boasts “healthy, delicious, chef-made meals delivered in about 20 minutes,” according to its website. Pros: If you prize fresh and healthy food, Eat Purely is the app for you. You can choose from a daily rotating menu of locally-sourced food, all of which is prepared by artisan chefs using fresh, seasonal ingredients on par with restaurant meals. What’s more, Eat Purely offers a variety of meal choices because it uses a daily rotating menu. That means you most likely won’t get bored of what this service has to offer. Delivery is flexible, as you can order on demand or schedule your meal to arrive up to a week in advance. Plus, as mentioned above, meals can be delivered within 20 minutes which makes this app a reliable and speedy service. Cons: As Eat Purely is based in Chicago, it is not as readily accessible to different cities throughout the U.S. as other apps are. While there’s no delivery fee, Eat Purely does automatically tack on a $3 tip. Infographic by Kailey Walters Grubhub Even if you don’t know much about food delivery apps or have never used one before, you’ve probably at least heard of Grubhub. This is certainly a great app you can use the next time you want to fulfill your cravings. Pros: Grubhub is available in more than 900 cities, so you’re likely to have access to this app wherever you are in the U.S. Grubhub offers quite an array of food options, with more than 50 different types of cuisine for customers to choose from. With so many kinds of cuisine available to you, you’ll never get bored! Instead, explore to your heart’s (or your stomach’s) desire. And with that being said It’s easy to explore nearby restaurants. All you have to do is type in your delivery address and the app will pull up a handy list of all the restaurants in your area. Searching for what you want in the app is also pretty convenient. You can choose to search either by food item or by cuisine, which is helpful for providing different search methods. Another super helpful and convenient feature of the Grubhub app is that you can save previous delivery locations, which ultimately speeds up the order and delivery process. What’s more, your last payment method is also saved in the app, which helps to speed up the process as well and won’t leave you scrambling for your credit or debit card every time you place an order. Grubhub allows you to easily track your order so that you’ll know exactly where it is and when it’s arriving at your front door. Cons: While Grubhub itself doesn’t have delivery fees, some of the restaurants you order from may charge a set delivery fee. So if you’re trying to cut back on delivery fee expenses, keep an eye out for select restaurants that charge. Postmates Another versatile app, Postmates delivers not just food but also groceries and alcohol. As a result, this can be a great app to use if you’re looking to order more than just food. Plus, you can use Postmates in more than 90 U.S. cities. Pros: If you happen to be craving a certain kind of food at 2 a.m., Postmates has got your back with its 24/7 delivery service. As long as the place you’re ordering from is still open at the time, Postmates will deliver to you. That’s convenience right there! You have the flexibility of deciding whether you want the order delivered right to your front door (for a fee) or if you want to just order for pickup. Postmates offers a helpful Unlimited plan, which charges $10 a month, or $84 a year, in exchange for free delivery on all orders above $20. This feature can be especially useful if you make purchases over $20 on a somewhat regular basis. However, if you don’t usually order over $20, this program may not be entirely worth it for you. Cons: Postmates charges a delivery fee that ranges from $4-$10, as well as an additional service fee during busier times. Seamless While the Seamless app is available in more than 600 U.S. cities, it is most often used by restaurants in New York City. So, if you live in New York City or spend a lot of time there, getting this app on your phone is sure to be a helpful decision. Pros: There are no added delivery fees! This is certainly a plus if you’re looking to cut down on the price of your food deliveries and to be honest, who isn’t? It’s super easy and convenient to use. You can complete your order with just a few simple clicks, thanks to an easy search, convenient payment options like Venmo, and order tracking that keeps you up to date on the status of your delivery. Convenience of use is, after all, super important to customers so take advantage of Seamless to get that seamless ordering experience! Seamless offers a number of exclusive discounts and promos that you’ll be sure to want to take advantage of. Seamless provides options from thousands of restaurants, meaning that you’ll have plenty of venues and menus to choose from. Cons: Although Seamless does offer options from many restaurants, it provides only 25 different types of cuisine significantly less compared to other apps such as Grubhub. While there is no delivery fee, this app does often have a minimum that you need to order. So if you were just looking to get something small, you may need to order more to meet that minimum requirement (which could potentially be a bad idea, since you don’t want to waste food). Or simply go with another delivery app for the time being. via Pexels UberEats Different from the Uber car service app, UberEats allows you to access food from many different restaurants and grocery stores near you. Pros: If you’re already familiar with the Uber app, using UberEats should be a breeze because the app is designed very similarly. Being familiar with its user-friendly interface is definitely a plus if you want to have an easy, smooth experience with the app. You’ll certainly have plenty of options to choose from, as UberEats offers more than 70 different types of cuisine. More options means you won’t be running out of food to choose from anytime soon! The customer service is often reliable, as the UberEats drivers are usually kind and efficient. Plus, they’re very good at keeping customers up to date when tracking orders. Payment is fairly convenient, as you can choose to pay with either your Uber account or with a credit card. Cons: UberEats charges a $5 delivery fee, which could potentially seem like a lot when it’s tacked on to the price of your meal. This price might even increase if the UberEats delivery drivers are extra busy, so just make sure to account for that. With all of these different food delivery apps to choose from, you won’t be running out of meal options anytime soon. Take advantage of these great services and discounts to get the most out of your food delivery experience!

Why We Should Talk About Politics And VOTE

Why We Should Talk About Politics And VOTE via Afrolly News USA Whether or not youre happy with the election results, there was something different this time around. Scrolling down Facebooks timeline, you noticed more and more I Voted, Did You? statuses from your friends. Well, at least I did here in Florida. According to U.S. News and World Report, the midterm turnout increased in only 12 states, but decreased in the remaining states (in comparison with the 2010 midterm elections). However, only 13 percent of voters in this years election were under 30 years old. So whats the deal? Its very likely that people who chose to vote have simply become more vocal about it. Florida, especially, was very vocal about the legalization of medical marijuana â€" which gained a lot of support from college kids (what a surprise). Then, everyone was even louder when the amendment didnt pass. Choosing to not vote, I can understand but I dont agree with it. Its easy to feel a distrust of the government after growing up hearing about the thousands of soldiers dying overseas, witnessing 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina at young ages and the recent unrest in Ferguson. The government and authorities aren’t perfect by any means. Many see not voting as a protest to the government, but really, its just making things worse; instead of the government hearing how unhappy you are with the laws and politicians, theyre hearing NOTHING. Now, sometimes you’re put in a difficult situation where you don’t like ANY of the candidates, but in that case you have to weigh the pros and the cons and narrow it down. It can be tough, but you have to figure out what’s best for you and your community. Midterm elections are known for not getting as many voters to the polls, but what we need to remember is that it’s really the local government that affects us directly. I feel the same pain in having to watch political ad after political ad, not knowing what’s true and whats false. But its our duty to educate ourselves. Talks on politics were always on the hush-hush around friends and family because of the easy transition from debate into all-out war.  It’s frowned upon to express your opinion on politics and deep topics. But what’s so wrong about talking about politics â€" as long as everyone is respectful and (at least trying to be) factual. Don’t be THAT guy via E! Online While I am encouraging that we all participate in healthy political debates among our peers, there is definitely a line you don’t want to crossbasically anything that is vulgar, disrespectful or fabricated. Keep it to facts as much as possible. If you state your opinion, back it up by facts and evidence. (FYI, citing biased “news sources” does not count as facts.) OK, sometimes politicians are unanimously called “idiots” by all parties and deserve it, but who put that idiot into office? You, even if you didn’t vote actually, especially since you didn’t vote. However, know the line between debate and the beginning of a screaming match. For example, Ben Stein (the guy in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off  who repeats ‘Bueller, Bueller, Bueller …’) decided to go on Fox News  to give some “commentary” on President Obama and how he is doing in the White House. While he is entitled to his opinion, he crossed the line right here: “This president is the most racist president there has been in America.” That is a sentence taken word-for-word that Ben Stein said on camera, without batting an eye. By no means does anyone have to like the president or agree with all of his policies. But this is a strong comment to say on national television. Maybe it’s just me, but I’m pretty sure that twelve presidents have actually owned slaves, and eight of those owned slaves while holding office. By default, Obama should be no more than the 12th most racist president, if he is considered racist at all. If Ben Stein would have used facts to back up this claim, instead of more and more opinion, then it could be taken seriously. Instead, he just angered a large portion of America by making such a loud, obnoxious opinion. Turn Out For What via Instagram On a better note, there was one celebrity that made it clear he would do anything to make his voice heard in this year’s election. Lil’ Jon posted on Instagram that he had to catch a last minute flight back to his hometown in Atlanta in order to cast his ballot. Apparently, Atlanta had some issues with absentee ballots this year and Lil’ Jon is fortunate enough (rich enough) to be able to go to the extremes to vote. While he showed that he was a proud voter, he also made light on the issues that people face when voting. Lil Jon was not alone because Atlanta experienced issues all over the city with absentee ballots not being sent out. Hopefully, it won’t be an issue come next election. Politics hasn’t always been the thing to give people “cool points,” but maybe with celebrities being more vocal and present in the voting eye, people will see that their voice can be heard and SHOULD be heard. Whether you have specific issues you are voting for or not, make your vote and voice count.

Starbucks Tips, Tricks, and Advice from a Real Barista

Starbucks Tips, Tricks, and Advice from a Real Barista via Pexels 1.) You don’t have to be intimidated by our sizes! In every Starbucks barista’s online training they are taught to accept words small, medium, large, and extra-large as well as tall, grande, venti, and trenta! If the sizes confuse you there is no need to worry, just say one you normally would and the barista can normally figure it out from there. Fun Fact: Our “strange” sizes originate from coffee shops in Italy! 2.) Latte v. Flavored Coffee Many believe in order to purchase a flavored coffee you MUST get a latte, this is 100% false! The reason so many people believe Starbucks is outrageously expensive compared to Dunkin Donuts is that when you order a Vanilla coffee there, it is just flavoring and coffee, but at Starbucks when you say Vanilla Latte: it is not the same thing. A latte is espresso shots with steamed milk and flavoring if you so choose. So next time you want some flavored coffee for significantly cheaper, go to your local Starbucks and order a Pikes Place Roast with white mocha sauce and a little cream! via Pexels 3.) Espresso shots in frappuccinos FRAPS. DO. NOT. AUTOMATICALLY. COME. WITH. ESPRESSO! Sorry about the outburst there, just needed to make that fact aware. The kind of coffee in a frappuccino is a kind of coffee concentrate so it does not MELT the frozen drink. Now if you want that extra kick of an espresso shot, you need to be aware of a few things. One, the drink will be more watery because the espresso is scalding hot and the frap is a frozen beverage. Two, the espresso and the frap will separate if left sitting for a long time. And three, it might end up double-cupped because putting whipped cream on a melted frap is super messy. If you’d like to avoid these problems might I suggest getting your shots affogato (this means poured over the top of your normally made frap), you still get your normal drink and the extra caffeine kick for less of a hassle on both ends! 4.) Mobile Ordering Mobile ordering is perfect when sitting in traffic and wanted your coffee to be done when you get to Starbucks, but a common misconception is that when one mobile orders the order is the first priority: this is not what happens. It basically just prints the sticker with your drinks at the time you order it as if you were in line. So if you mobile order and it is not finished quite yet, it just means there were customers ahead of you in the mobile or real-life line. Another tip: ALWAYS check the store you are mobilizing to, it happens a lot where people mobile to the wrong store and baristas have to stop the drinks in the queue to fix a mistake that was not even really their’s. 5.) Black Apron Myth Just because a barista is wearing a black apron does not automatically mean they are better than everyone else at their jobs, contrary to what articles other places may say. The black apron was a limited program where baristas could earn an apron if they tried a list of different coffee combinations given to them in their interview. All the apron means is that they tried a lot of different coffees and they could have been there longer than others: they care more about the art of coffee, but the program is over now and not offered any longer. If you are skeptical about whether your coffee is being made correctly, just ask for the ingredients and if something is off, tell your barista! We would be more than happy to remake your drink to your standards.