What is Lent? Lent is an annual 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and reflection. It is observed by Catholics, Lutheran, Moravian, Anglican, United Protestant, and Orthodox Christian denominations in preparation for Easter each year. For Catholics Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday, the day before Easter. For Orthodox Christians so-called "Great… Read More
What is Midnight in Military Time?
To civilians, military time can be a little confusing and they may wonder whether it makes sense to use military time in their everyday lives or purchase a 24-hour analog watch. One of the most commonly asked questions about military time is, what is midnight in military time? The direct answer is that midnight is… Read More
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Tagged clocks, military, time calculator, time keeping
October 7, 2025
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How Much Sleep Do You Need
The question "How much sleep do I need" as an adult is what comes to mind if you feel groggy when you wake up, feel tired throughout the day, or are generally irritable and in low mood. The question of how many hours is the right amount of sleep is even more pertinent to school-age… Read More
Posted in Health, Wellness
Tagged children, sleep, sleep duration, sleep length, sleep time, sleeping habits, teenagers
August 14, 2025
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How Many Time Zones Are There
Contrary to a common misconception, there are more than 24 standard time zones in the World. This article covers the number of time zones in the World, the US, Canada, Russia, and Australia, how are time zones determined and why there are more than 24 of them presently in use. How many time zones are… Read More
Posted in Travel
Tagged australia, canada, international time, time, time zones, usa, world clock
August 11, 2025
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The most EXPENSIVE songs to see live this summer
Would you pay $15 just to hear one song live? With concert ticket prices sharply rising by over 45% over the last five years, and many concerts barely cracking the 90-minute mark, concert-goers are faced with having to pay up or miss out. Experts at GigaCalculator delved into the numbers, factoring in ticket prices, stadium… Read More
Mastering Formulas in Baking: Baker’s Math, Kitchen Conversions, + More
As enjoyable as baking can be, there’s actually a lot of math that goes into this hobby which can make it a bit daunting for those who want to try their hand at it. That’s because if you don’t have precise measurements when baking your recipe, you may end up having an irreparable baking disaster… Read More
Margin vs. Markup: Decoding Profitability in Simple Terms
Have you ever wondered how businesses determine product prices? It all starts with understanding the applications of margin and markup. Whether you're strategizing pricing for your own business or aiming to decode pricing psychology during your next shopping trip, knowing the difference between margin and markup can empower you to make informed decisions. To start,… Read More
How Much Do I Have to Earn Per Hour to Afford the Cost of Living?
Even if you live frugally, there are some expenses that just can’t be avoided as an adult. There’s the food you need to eat. The mortgage or rent for the roof you live under. The car payments, public transportation tickets, or bike costs that you need to get to where you need to go. As… Read More
How to Calculate for VAT When Traveling Abroad
Have you ever traveled to a new country, and the moment you arrive in your destination airport, you see signs saying “VAT refund” everywhere? When you travel to a foreign country, it is essential to know that most goods and services are subject to VAT, which can range from 5% to 27%, depending on the… Read More
Mathematics in the Kitchen
Mathematics is not only useful for solving problems and equations, but also for everyday activities such as cooking and baking. In this article, we will explore some of the ways that mathematics can help us in the kitchen, especially with the various unit conversions, measurements, ratio math and other calculations one encounters daily whether cooking… Read More
Posted in Cooking
Tagged conversions, cooking, kitchen, mathematics, recipes
May 8, 2023
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Calculating the Return on a CD
Anyone who is looking through the sea of investment opportunities is bound to come across the mention of a certificate of deposit — or CD — at one point or another. But, what exactly is a CD? How does it work, and how much return on investment can you expect from one, especially depending on… Read More
Posted in Finance, Money
Tagged CD, certificate of deposit, compound interest, interest rate, investment
May 2, 2023
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What Percentage Problems to Know at Each Grade Level
Understanding percentages is a fundamental aspect of mathematical education that is used in a wide variety of real-world applications. This is why it’s so important to have a good grasp of percentages from an early age, as each level of education builds on the previous to form a solid foundation to build upon. From kindergarten… Read More
Percent Vs. Percentage Vs. Percentile
Percent, percentage, and percentile—trying to say that three times fast! Rooted in math and statistics, these words all sound quite alike, but they refer to different things. Even if you were someone who always dragged their feet with their math homework growing up, these are some terms that you want to be familiar with and… Read More
Understanding Men’s to Women’s Size Conversions: And Vice Versa
Have you ever gone shopping, only to find out that the size you have in one store is different in another? Or, you end up shopping in another section (i.e., the men's section if you're a woman and vice versa), just to find that converting sizes to find your own isn't as easy as you… Read More
Posted in Lifestyle, Travel
Tagged clothing conversion, shoe conversion, shoe size conversion, sizing systems
March 15, 2023
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How Does Compound Interest Work with Investments?
The world of investing is a wide one. For some, this is an exciting prospect. But, for others, it can be overwhelming. Regardless of whether you’re a novice or experienced investor, one finance topic you’ll have to understand and work with is the idea of compound interest. With compound interest, your money can serve you… Read More
Posted in Finance, Money
Tagged certificate of deposit, compound interest, interest rate, investment, mutual funds
March 3, 2023
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RMR vs BMR for Weight Loss
RMR and BMR, the former abbreviated from Resting Metabolic Rate and the latter from Basal Metabolic Rate, can often be encountered in discussions related to daily caloric requirements, dieting, caloric restrictions and weight loss. Fitness amateurs and professional athletes and their physicians might also use RMR, BMR, or both for weight management. This article will… Read More
Posted in Health, Wellness
Tagged basal metabolic rate, BMR, calories, resting metabolic rate, rmr, tdee, weight loss
March 1, 2023
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TDEE vs BMR in Daily Calorie Needs Calculation
If you set out to lose weight or maintain a target weight as an athlete or fitness or bodybuilding enthusiast, your coach or physician will often tell you that you need to estimate your BMR and TDEE and to set daily calorie intake limits based on the energy requirements calculated from these measures. Hence, it… Read More
Posted in Health, Sports, Wellness
Tagged basal metabolic rate, BMR, diet, diet and exercise, tdee, total daily energy expenditure, weight loss
February 14, 2023
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What is Developmental Age Vs. Chronological Age?
Have you ever heard someone describe a person as “smart for their age”? Or maybe you’ve heard that interesting fact that girls’ brains are years more mature than boys during puberty? At the root of both of these sentiments is this idea of developmental age being one thing and chronological age another. It may seem… Read More
CAGR vs IRR vs XIRR in Evaluation of Investment Returns
Investment professionals and individual investors often need to estimate the profitability of a given investment opportunity, or to retrospectively assess the results of past investments. This is typically done with the idea of comparing two or more opportunities and deciding which one to choose. Think two or more mutual funds, hedge funds, stocks, systematic investment… Read More
Posted in Finance, Money
Tagged cagr, investing, Investments, irr, net present value, npv, time value of money, xirr
February 6, 2023
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How Long Does it Take Plaster to Dry?
Plaster is a popular construction component when making walls and ceilings. While plaster is not as common in home construction today (it has mostly been replaced by drywall), this could be due to the fact that plaster is not a fast-drying material. How Long Does it Take Plaster to Dry Plaster can take anywhere from… Read More
Posted in DIY, Home & Garden
Tagged construction, DIY, drying times, plaster
January 28, 2023
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