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    What to do with this 40" Samsung LEDTV that came with a messed up screen?

    I ordered a 40" Samsung Series 5 Model 5003 LEDTV and it came with a messed up screen during shipping. I already got a new one replaced but the company never asked me to send this TV back. I tried to turn it on and there are large spots and lines all over even though the back display seems to be...
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    What to buy to keep my small room cool in the summer?

    AC doesn't reach my room so it appears that I'll have to buy something separate. I am looking for something that is quiet as I can't sleep with too much noise and cheap (under $50). Any recommendations from places like Walmart or Bed Bath & Beyond?
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    Which tire to order from this list? Need help asap

    I need to replace one of my tires tomorrow morning after running over a bad screw and the tire size is 215/55r17. It's a Nissan Altima lease that I've had for only 8 months and it came with Michelin tires. I'm probably just going to buy a replacement tire from Walmart. Any recommendations on...
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    Anyone here eat at Chipotle in the past couple of days and are you okay?

    Is it safe to eat there now?
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    Should I use the Samsung Note 2 or get another phone?

    I was given a silver Note 2 but I'm not sure whether I should keep it. I am looking for a new phone and was leaning towards one of Samsung S4, Samsung S5, LG G3, or LG G4. The Note 2 is pretty big in size but I could get used to it I suppose. Do you see a lot of men using a Samsung Note phone...
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    Disgusted to find a worm inside a supermarket chicken breast

    I bought skinless chicken breasts from a pretty good supermarket chain and was in the process of cooking it in a frying pan. I noticed a hole emerge and a skinny worm trying to escape. I threw all of the chicken away and lost all my appetite (forcing myself to eat some veggie and rice instead)...
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    How can I prevent my PC screen going black at work after 10 mins?

    10 minutes is the default after no activity on the PC. I'm not able to change any display settings at work without getting IT involved requiring an admin password and it might look weird requesting a change in this setting. Any other ways that prevent the PC screen from going black?
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    If you had a roommate, would you allow him to bring his gf over all the time?

    I've only been living at this place for a month which seemed to be working well when my roommate was single but he apparently met some girl off plentyoffish and she is over nearly every night now. I think they're still in the honeymoon phase as they only met recently and he brings her over, they...
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    When you fill out the references section of a job app

    I am filling out a job application form that I have to email back in. It asks for 3 professional references from my past and has space for "Company" and "Address". All of them have moved to different companies. Do I list their new companies where they work now or the previous companies where I...
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    What are the right answers to these logic questions? Need to double check

    http://i.imgur.com/qwfComa.jpg http://i.imgur.com/pksyHKN.jpg
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    If a class is curved to a 3.5 GPA.. but

    you get a B, how badly did I fail? The class is curved to a B+/A- I thought I'd get at least the average like a B+ or something and I don't think many got a B based on what I've been hearing
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    Accounting interview questions - what are the answers?

    I never enjoyed accounting and I'm trying to learn it better 1. You are given assets (20000) and liabilities (10000) for end of year. Also given dividends paid (2000) end of year and beginning retained earnings (4000). What is net income and ending retained earnings for this year? 2. Given...
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    Changing your Linkedin setting to anonymous after accidentally clicking on a profile

    Anyone know if your name still shows after changing it to anonymous? I accidentally clicked on someone and I don't want this person to know for personal and professional reasons that I viewed it.
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    Multiple job applications on company websites - does HR verify past apps and compare?

    When you have submitted multiple applications through the company website through the past year or so, does HR view all your past applications? Do they also compare resumes (my resume was tailored different ways for each job and previous experience was spun a different way)? What do they check...
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    Why do firms always wait about a week before rejecting you when they already know

    Let's say you know the interviewers already met to discuss your interview and everyone knows the answer. The HR was also made aware. But instead of sending you the bad news quickly, they always wait at least a few days or even a week before delivering the news. Is this some corporate policy? Do...
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    Best way to phrase this on my resume? (covering a gap)

    I had a brief stint where I worked on something very unrelated, but without it, there's a gap on my resume. I'm thinking about adding this line to the bottom of my resume. Any thoughts about adding this and how I can better phrase it? • Other: Launched an xxx platform company for...
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    Who was in the wrong here? (parking lot situation)

    I go into a packed parking lot and spend about 5 minutes going in circles until I finally find a spot. As I started to move into the spot, I saw a woman standing there. It first looked like she was trying to reserve the spot or something as she was so in the empty space, but there was plenty of...
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    5 hour layover in Paris... is that enough time to see some sights?

    Airport is CDG If it's possible, which sights do I have time for? I'm trying to plan it out
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    If you get a bad haircut, do you still go to social events?

    I was hoping to get to a point where I didn't care, but bad haircuts bother me... a lot. I am new in town and still haven't found the right barber. Additionally, I'm making first impressions with majority of the people I meet here and I forced myself to attend certain social functions after...
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    Is it possible to remove a cached item from google?

    I specifically told the person to not post my personal info that is in that document. Even though I had it removed off the server, it looks like Google cached it. Anyone know what I can do to remove this cache?
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    Thoughts on this show? Would you pay to watch it?

    I was watching America's Got Talent and this was last season's winner. It appears that he had a smaller scale show and here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jE-hlJOk-Pg Does it have potential?
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    how much and where to buy a headlight module for a 2003 car?

    I was told that this needs to be replaced. It's a 2003 Acura TL S. Anyone know where I can purchase one asap? Also, how much is the approximate cost? Thanks
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    Any way to know if you were kicked out of a group on Whatsapp?

    In MS windows, what's the correct admin group to do this below: [image]
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    How to deal with past work aholes?

    I worked at a company but I left a year ago on not-so-good terms. I was very relieved to leave and wanted to never look back on it again. However, I am currently going through a standard background check but I was never in the company system (long story). To make the verification, I need to...
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    Cutting off cable, what's the best antenna?

    Anyone know a good antenna that can receive a decent amount of channels? Something under $100. A direct link or model name would be appreciated.
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    Whiskey gift - what to buy?

    I need to buy a gift to take to an event. I am still trying to find the best item to buy within a 100-200 max limit. I've been doing some research but I'm still unsure what to buy. Any specific items to look at? I thought about a decanter as well.
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    Am I qualified for this contract position or should I turn it down?

    I have yet to respond or interview but I was contacted by a recruiter about an opening that last 2-3 months which is perfect for what I'm looking for. I'm looking for a short-term opportunity but I'm unsure about my qualifications. This position requires strong Excel and VBA programming...
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    Need gift suggestions - whiskey related

    I need to buy someone a gift. I'm looking to spend around $100-200 max. Should I just buy the person this? http://www.reservebar.com/products/johnnie-walker-gold-label-reserve Any other ideas?
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    Any tips for a webcam interview?

    I have never turned on my webcam on my laptop but a certain 10 minutes long interview requires it as the first screening process. I can't see them but they can see me. Any tips on how to come across positively? Where is the best place to do it and should I try to have some fake smile while I...
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    How to best handle this situation? apartment lease deposit

    I took over someone's lease/rent for an apartment. He placed a 1500 deposit when he first moved in. After my lease ended, I was supposed to send him whatever deposit I receive back from the apartment complex. For various personal reasons as well as some job related issue, I had to renew the...
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    To anyone on the west coast looking for cheap thanksgiving dinner to-go

    Go to Black Angus Steakhouse. I got their thanksgiving special tonight for $16.99 (with coupon) and the food was very good. It was well worth the price and I highly recommend it to those interested.
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    can this lady do anything against me?

    I had to pick up a friend at the local gym and I was waiting outside in my car. To make a long story short, I was parked further away and I noticed that there was a handicap spot no one appeared to be using, so I drove into the spot temporarily waiting with my engine running for my friend to...
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    is it possible to get advanced SQL knowledge in one day?

    I've been talking with a recruiter and she pushed my resume to a company for an interview. Little did I know that they are mainly wanting someone with strong SQL skills. I have experience with it but not advanced level. I have written some complex queries in the past but I also had other...
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    Any SQL gurus here? How do I answer these interview questions?

    I have to reply to an email before going into an interview. I have SQL experience through some past jobs and I am a very quick learner, however I never was a full blown FT SQL developer or anything. The questions are: - Do you write ad-hoc queries or stored procedures/functions? - How complex...
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    how accurate is google analytics?

    I recently had an interview and the interviewer asked for the URL of the side project that I'm working on. I gave it to him and google analytics doesn't show any visitors to the page in the past few days other than myself. It's a very high tech firm and I would've thought the interviewer...
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    Do I have an interview on Monday or not?

    I was contacted by a recruiter Friday around noon (someone from the company's HR dept) who wants to schedule me for a phone interview next week. On the phone, I said I'm flexible and the recruiter mentioned this upcoming Monday at 9am. I said I'm fine with that and the recruiter said she will...
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    I'm asked to describe my experience in data mining

    I am trying to obtain a new job and I am asked to describe my experience with data mining. What are some specific examples of data mining? What are the software used? I've done a lot of data analysis throughout my work experience that will probably qualify and I'm trying to make them fit. For...
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    how do you pronounce SaaS?

    I don't want to look like a noob in front of an audience Is it pronounced like sauce or sass (as in sassy) or something else?
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    can someone help look over this email within the next few minutes? (time sensitive)

    Please post and I will PM it I will pm it immediately and hopefully you can provide a response as soon as possible I'm basically looking for feedback on grammar and how it flows. It's only 4 sentences but I want to prevent any errors. Thanks
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    In sports, why do athletes get signed only to get released 3 days later?

    Why do athletes get signed but get released a couple/few days later? Happens very frequently. Do teams readjust their rosters every week or what? Is that like getting a job offer than you sign and they tell you a few days later that you're getting fired?