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How big of a footing do I need for a deck
FOOTINGS: – Poured concrete footings should be a minimum of 8” wider than the posts (4×4 post – 12” min. width, 6×6 post – 14” min. width), a
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What does it mean when rotors are pitted
Pitted brake discs are when numerous, small, shallow holes form across the surface of your brake disc. It’s a type of corrosion damage, and will
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How did Pocahontas save John Smith
According to Smith, during this visit Pocahontas again saved his life by running through the woods that night to warn him her father intended to kill him.
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How do you know if your steering wheel is loose
What does loose steering feel like? The main symptom of loose steering, and probably the first thing you will notice, is overturning when you take a turn.
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Can you put a generator in a tent
Generator Grid recommends the use of a specially made tent, canopy or enclosure. … Some plastic enclosures are on the market, but these can still
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What is the life expectancy of polymyositis
With early treatment for polymyositis, remission is possible. The 5-year survival rate for adults with polymyositis, according to Merck Manual, is 75 to 80%.
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When was Agent Orange used in Vietnam
From 1962 to 1971, the U.S. Air Force sprayed nearly 19 million gallons of herbicides in Vietnam, of which at least 11 million gallons was Agent Orange, in a
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What is the function of the left hemisphere of the cerebrum
The left cerebral hemisphere controls movement of the right side of the body. Depending on the severity, a stroke affecting the left cerebral hemisphere may
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Which decade were the most states admitted to the union
Five new states—Louisiana, Indiana, Mississippi, Illinois, and Alabama—were admitted during the 1810s, the most of any decade.
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Why are the leaves on my tomato plant wilting
Tomato plants require approximately 1 inch of water per week. Plants may wilt badly when soils are dry, but will revive rapidly when they are watered. A
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