Courtney graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Cultural and Social Anthropology. She is passionate about bringing education and the tools to succeed to students from all backgrounds and walks of life, as she believes open education is one of the great societal equalizers. She has years of tutoring experience and writes creative works in her free time.

EASY Explanation: All Factors of 45

What are the factors of 45? 1, 3, 5, 9, 15, and 45. Wondering how I came up with those numbers? Factoring! Because it provides a mathematical foundation for more complicated systems, learning how to factor is key. So whether you’re studying for an algebra test, brushing up for the SAT or ACT, or just want to refresh and remember how to factor numbers for higher orders of math, this is the guide for you.

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The 21 Best Dogs for Apartment Living

Living in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t also have a happy, healthy dog as well (unless your apartment complex doesn’t allow dogs, of course!). Though apartment living comes with a few hurdles when it comes to dog ownership, finding the right dog breed can make all the difference. With a little effort, the majority of dog breeds can live in apartments, but apartment living is certainly easier with some breeds than others. So let’s check out what qualities make for a good apartment dog and the top breeds that fit the bill.

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5 Key Tips for How to Potty Train a Puppy Effectively

Potty training a puppy is a sometimes messy, but ultimately rewarding process. And with a little know-how and a regular potty routine, you’ll be able to get your pup on the right track and keep both your pup and your home happy, comfortable, and clean. So let’s look at the ins and outs of how to potty train a puppy: creating a proper potty training routine, setting a potty schedule, and reacting when the inevitable accident occurs.

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The Ultimate New Puppy Checklist: 17 Items to Make Your Dog Feel at Home

Whether you currently have a dog, have had a dog in the past, or have never had a dog, bringing home a new puppy is no small feat. To make the transition as easy as possible, it’s important to make sure you’ve collected all the essentials you’ll need for your new fuzzy family member. In this guide, we’ll provide you with a list of everything you’ll need for your new puppy, broken down into two categories based on the immediacy of the need: What you’ll need right away (preferably before your pup comes home) What you’ll need within the first two weeks And, after each list, we’ll explain each item in further detail, including why your new dog will need each item, what items are best for a puppy (rather than a grown dog), and where to find them. So let’s get to it!

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The Easiest Guide to the 30 60 90 Triangle

Acute, obtuse, isosceles, equilateral….When it comes to triangles, there are many different varieties, but only a choice few that are “special.” These special triangles have sides and angles which are consistent and predictable and can be used to shortcut your way through your geometry or trigonometry problems. And a 30-60-90 triangle—pronounced “thirty sixty ninety”—happens to be a very special type of triangle indeed. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what a 30-60-90 triangle is, why it works, and when (and how) to use your knowledge of it. So let’s get to it!

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How to Write an A+ Argumentative Essay

You’ll no doubt have to write a number of argumentative essays in both high school and college, but what, exactly, is an argumentative essay and how do you write the best one possible? Let’s take a look. A great argumentative essay always combines the same basic elements: approaching an argument from a rational perspective, researching sources, supporting your claims using facts rather than opinion, and articulating your reasoning into the most cogent and reasoned points. Argumentative essays are great building blocks for all sorts of research and rhetoric, so your teachers will expect you to master the technique before long. But if this sounds daunting, never fear! We’ll show how an argumentative essay differs from other kinds of papers, how to research and write them, how to pick an argumentative essay topic, and where to find example essays. So let’s get started.

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