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It is a standardized way of measuring and comparing students and is used across the world, regardless of educational background. The SSAT is administered by the Enrollment Management Association and can be taken in schools on certain test dates (standard paper-based), in a Prometric Test Centre (computer-based) or at home (computer-based). Some schools and educators offer a ‘Flex Paper-Based’ test, which can be taken once in a testing year (1 August – 31 July)....

On August 7, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. It comes after Senators spent the weekend voting on amendments to the monster 755-page legislation. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives, where it’s expected to pass. Then it lands on President Joe Biden’s desk. A statement from President Biden indicates that he intends on signing it, and that could happen later this week. [Author’s Note: You can read the full legislation linked here or in mentions of the Act....

Today we talk about Ford’s first minivan, the Aerostar — The Blue Oval’s answer to Chrysler’s powerhouse minivans. Ford didn’t copy Chrysler, instead it built a futuristic rear-wheel-drive van that could carry lots of people while towing a camper behind it. And if you look hard enough, you can find one of these with a manual transmission. Last time, reader JamesRL sparked quite the discussion about the Dodge Spirit R/T....

There are millions of people spending money on SEO to increase their site’s traffic, conversions and sales. On average, American small businesses spend around $500 per month on SEO services. Businesses are spending money on SEO for one reason: SEO works and gives you excellent returns. So yes, there’s always a HUGE demand for both SEO related products and services. If you’re looking for passive income sources, you might already know the importance of affiliate marketing....

It doesn’t matter what industry you are in, you can learn few SEO tips and tricks which you can implement on your blog to improve your search rankings. If you’re looking for SEO recommendations ranging from beginners to experts, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started! Top 25 SEO Tips And Tricks to Use In 2023 Top 10 SEO recommendations for Beginners If you’re a complete newbie to SEO, the following beginner search engine optimization tips and tricks are exclusively mentioned for you....

Individually they often have a low profit margin – but because of the likelihood of bulk sales, they can be very profitable. Fast-moving consumer goods generally carry shorter shelf lives, are bought for everyday consumption and encourage customer loyalty. Thus, companies in this sector trade at high volumes which means vast distribution networks, low-contribution techniques and high stock turnovers are fundamental to their success. Below we look at the 50 top FMCG companies in the world (based on their market capitalization value)....

Let’s back up a couple decades and look at what on earth an International Scout is. International Harvester formed in 1902 with the merger of McCormick Harvesting Machine Company, Deering Harvester Company, and a few smaller equipment companies. Initially focusing on agricultural equipment from tractors to stationary engines. International Harvester quickly figured out that farmers needed trucks for taking pigs to market, so the Model A Auto Wagon was born in 1907....

What you see here is an original, non-recreation 1962 Peel P50. This little three-wheeler was designed by a British car company to serve as an efficient runabout. It’s cute and tiny, but not so tiny that it can’t fit a full-sized human person like Matt Farah. [Editor’s Note: I cant just let that brief description be all we say about the Peel P50! The P50 is the smallest production car ever, and while punishingly austere and minimal, it’s an extremely clever design....

The data is collected through simple surveys and questionnaires. These are usually done when you are new to a working role. They are also collected during the application process. This gives a company an idea of the types of people that are applying for the role on offer. This analysis is critical for a corporation, because it can help them target the right personnel for employment. It can also highlight gaps in diversity and inclusivity....

Gaming has evolved with the availability of new technology. PCs and consoles are no longer the most popular devices, with just over 50% of respondents choosing smartphones as their method of gaming. It’s unsurprising then that online games – those played either entirely or partly over the internet – are now the most popular on the market. Why Online Games are so Popular In a recent survey, 43% of players admitted to playing exclusively online games....

But what is fractional marketing and how can it improve your business? In essence, this term refers to the practice of outsourcing one or more parts of your marketing department. This may seem to be an unusual approach if you’ve always hired permanent employees. However, there are several excellent reasons to make this method part of your business infrastructure. Let’s dive in and learn more about the benefits of fractional marketing....

Where in the past people what all cared about was their respect in the family and society. While in today’s world of Facebook, Snap-chat where everything depends on how many virtual friends do we have, or who posted a snapstory of us. And this can occur only if we are liked by others. How much long term benefit could it give?A help for your next four steps until that liking for you diverges to someone else....

U-What? The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) was implemented in London in 2019 by Mayor Sadiq Khan after being floated for consideration by then Mayor Boris Johnson’s administration back in 2012. The intention is to discourage people from driving older, more polluting vehicles by charging them each day that they drive within the zone. Transport for London’s report to the Mayor describes things in a bit ore detail: Electric vehicles are obviously exempt, as are historic vehicles, which in the U....

Loyal employees make successful companies, so it is imperative for a business owner to earn this loyalty—but what really keeps employees glued to a company? If you’re thinking about the perks, you may need to look far beyond. A Clear Goal According to an article by Forbes, a company needs to have a mission, a vision, and a set of core values that can be understood and valued by everyone within it....

Jason has written about this next thing before, often from a cost perspective, but now he’d like me to look at an alternate, improbably visual reality. Because of course he does. source: Gocars Let’s go back to what we are now calling part of the “Malaise Era,” the early 1980s. There were many issues that were bothering Americans from the Iran hostage crisis and poison Tylenol to absurd inflation and fifteen percent interest rates....

Read on to learn when you should take a trip to Thailand! Plan Around Monsoon Season Wondering how to visit Thailand? For starters, be aware that Thailand has its monsoon season from July to October. This means that weather patterns shift to favor bursts of rain and windy conditions. When it comes to planning a trip, you may want to steer clear of these months. But if you can’t, just understand that any excursions on the water may need to be canceled if the weather is turbulent....

Welcome to The Morning Dump, bite-sized stories corralled into a single article for your morning perusal. If your morning coffee’s working a little too well, pull up a throne and have a gander at the best of the rest of yesterday. New Cars Stay Hot, Used Cars Cool It looks like we’ll be waiting a little bit longer for supply chain shortages to ease in the automotive industry. Automotive News reports that according to Cox Automotive, monthly national new car inventory has been stuck around 1....

Casual boots are a must-have for every man’s wardrobe. They are perfect for those winter days and also look great with jeans or chinos. Men’s Casual Boots: The Brief Guide When looking for shoes that will match your look, there are a few things you have to consider when getting your next pair: Width: The width of your foot determines how wide or narrow the shoe will be. A wider shoe will give you more space between your toes and make your feet look bigger and longer than if you wore a narrower shoe....

Mom Is Old-Fashioned No matter how young and progressive your mother is, there is no chance she has the taste of the 20+-year-old. Do you want the old-fashioned dress? No, nobody does. If you wish to buy wedding dress that is going to look cool on you, you need to take a mate with you. The age gap is inevitable, and your mother will recommend you the dresses that remind her of her youth, the ones that were fashionable 20 years ago....

One especially egregious example of heavily-“deferred” maintenance comes to us via Willie D. Jenkins, a mobile mechanic out of Eugene, Oregon. He recently had a customer reach out needing significant brake work on their 2007 Honda Civic; upon seeing the vehicle’s mechanical condition, Jenkins took an extreme step to keep the vehicle from being driven further and potentially endangering kids inside or the general public. Jenkins has seen a lot in his line of work....