Standard Form Math - Online Math Tutoring

Standard Form Math - Online Math Tutoring Standard form in math is the way to represent the decimal number, expression, linear equation, quadratic equation, polynomials, conic sections etc in a standard form by using an expression or an equation. We can easily identify the figures or curve with the help of standard form. Few examples of standard form in math: - Standard form of decimal number Example: -Find the standard form of 1235600000000000000. Solution: - Standard form of 1235600000000000000 is 1.2356 x 10 ^ 18 Standard form of a linear equation is ax+ by =c. Example: - Represent this equation into a standard form of a line. 2(x-3) + 4(y+1)- 8=0 Solution: - 2(x-3) + 4(y+1)- 8=0 Or, 2x- 6 + 4y +4 8 =0 Or, 2x + 4y -10 = 0 Or, 2x+ 4y = 10 Therefore the standard form of the given equation is 2x+ 4y = 10 Where a= 2, b= 4 and c=10 Standard form of a quadratic equation is ax^2 + bx + c = 0 Example: - Represent the following equation in standard form. (x - 1) ^2 + 5(2x + 5) =100 Solution: - (x - 1) ^2 + 5(2x + 5) =100 Or, x^2 - 2x +1 + 10x +25 = 100 Or, x^2 + 8x +26 =100 Or, x^2 +8x + 26 100 =0 x^2 + 8x 74 = 0 Standard form of the given equation isx^2 + 8x 74 = 0 Where a= 1, b = 8, c = -74

A Day in the Life at Johns Hopkins University

A Day in the Life at Johns Hopkins University The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Caroline received her Bachelors degree in Writing Seminars from Johns Hopkins University. She is currently a tutor in Washington, D.C. specializing in AP English Language and Composition tutoring, History tutoring, Reading tutoring, and several other subjects. See what she had to say about her experience at Johns Hopkins University: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options.How urban or safe is the campus?Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Caroline: The campus is located on the north edge of Baltimore. It provides a traditional campus experience quads, lots of trees, and stately brick buildings. Plenty of spots in the city are very accessible by public or university transit, and there is a campus shuttle that stops in Station North, a small arts district; Mt. Vernon, the historic district with museums, restaurants, and shops; and several other areas. There is also the Collegetown shuttle, which will stop at other colleges in the area, including Maryland Institute College of Art and Towson University. This, by default, gets you to various areas of Baltimore. The Baltimore public bus system is far-reaching and helpful, but it is not the most reliable if you are running on a schedule. The Charm City Circulator is a free public bus which you can access from Penn Station, and it is great for getting around the Inner Harbor, Fells Point, etc. Walking is also a great option. People sometimes like to reduce Baltimore to the d angers shown on The Wire, and while the city definitely does have its problems, walking is pretty safe in many areas, especially during the daytime. And in the immediate campus area, there is an abundance of security. VT: How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Caroline:I mainly took small humanities classes, and I found the professors to be very available and helpful. As long as you make an appointment, professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants are all very accessible. However, in the larger lecture classes, teaching assistants tend to be much more available than professors. VT: How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Caroline:All of the dormsare comfortable. Each room is a decent size and well-heated, and there are a wealth of opportunities for meeting people on your floor (depending on your Resident Assistant/your own initiative). The AMRs (buildings with traditional-style living) are known for being more social, but I lived in Wolman Hall (suite-style) and found that living with three suitemates (in two bedrooms) was a great way to get to know people in-depth right from the beginning. None of the dorms are more than a 10-minute walk from most academic buildings, and all have strong security. After sophomore year, though, most students live in apartments or rowhouses a much cheaper option in Baltimore than the upperclassmen dorms. As for the dining options, they are probably average for campus food. The freshman dining hall is great for socializing, as it is mostly only utilized by freshmen. There is also a kosher meal plan and a vegetarian station at every meal. In regard to socialization outside of the dorms, there are plenty of teams (ranging from competitive lacrosse, to club soccer, to ultimate frisbee, to Quidditch) and clubs (improvisational club, a cappella groups, theatre groups) to join. Some of the clubs outside of sports and entertainment can be somewhat haphazard/under-developed, but participation in and viewing of the aforementioned teams and clubs can be really rewarding. VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported?What did you study and why? Did the university do a good job supporting your particular area of study? Caroline:There is definitely a strong focus on STEM fields at Johns Hopkins University. These majors attract the most students, the programs are top-notch, and there are speakers and honor societies for various majors. The most popular humanities majors include International Relations and Writing Seminars, though some of these students have a second major in a STEM field. I studied Writing Seminars, which is the creative writing program. I have always had a passion for reading and writing fiction, poetry, and drama, and I am also interested in teaching. I did not have the sense that the university was very invested in supporting the literary community. At one point, I tried to start a literary society, but I could not gain university authorization, let alone funding, on the basis that literary magazines already existed, making a club for a community of writers redundant. However, these literary magazines do exist, and there are certainly resources on campus (and in Baltimore) for aspiring writers and artists. This is especially true if you keep abreast of the events going on in the MFA program for creative writing, which include weekly readings of graduate work and periodic readings from professional writers. Furthermore, there are some very dedicated professors who are deeply invested in developing student talent. One of my best academic experiences was doing an independent study to further a writing project. VT: How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Caroline:I had a fairly easy time meeting people and making friends as a freshman. I was very lucky with the roommates I was placed with, I met people in classes, and I went to as many university events as I could in the first few weeks, when most people are very open to meeting others. I also auditioned for a short play, and participating in that helped me meet both freshmen and students in other years. Only about 25% of Johns Hopkins University students are involved in Greek life. While most freshmen attend Greek social events at least a couple of times, I would not say that Greek life is the dominant form of socializing on campus. I did not participate in Greek life, and I have no regrets. VT: How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services?Do many reputable companies recruit on campus? Caroline:I have not found the Career Center to be exceedingly helpful in pointing me toward opportunities for internship and employment, though their services in helping with resumes and offering interview preparation are a great resource for many. They also have a strong alumni network, and websites with internship/job opportunities are accessible even after graduation. Career fairs at Johns Hopkins University are generally geared toward people in STEM fields, but there are certainly a number of companies in these fields that recruit on campus. VT: How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Are they over-crowded, easily available, spacious? Caroline:Dorm lounges are very comfortable, and the library is quite big, with a variety of options. Each of the five floors has a different atmosphere and a different expectation for quiet so the lowest level is great for people who need total silence for concentration, and the highest level is great for people working in groups. While the library becomes quite crowded around final exams, there is generally room for everyone, and it is accessible and spacious. The same goes for Brody Learning Commons, which is attached to the library but has more technological options, different seating choices, private rooms, and a caf. VT: Describe the surrounding town. What kinds of outside establishments / things to do are there that make it fun, boring, or somewhere in between?To what extent do students go to the downtown area of the city versus staying near campus? Caroline:Baltimore is a very dynamic city. There are daily musical performances, many small theatres, tons of restaurants and bars, various professional sports teams, and some inspired, powerful community initiatives. One of my best experiences at Johns Hopkins University was volunteering and engaging on a personal level with city residents and fellow students. Most students go further downtown than the Hopkins Bubble of Charles Village at least a few times a month. Baltimore has a lot to offer, and it is not too hard to find out about events going on in the city. VT: How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Caroline:The undergraduate student body is around 6,000 people. I was generally pleased with class sizes the majority of my classes were humanities seminars, with the smallest having four people and the largest having 19. The biggest class I took was a 400-person Psychology lecture. However, even class sizes in these subjects tend to dramatically decrease after the introductory level, and there are smaller lectures, as well. One History class that I took was a 40-person lecture. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Caroline:Probably the best class I took at Johns Hopkins Universitywas a class on lyrical poetry with Professor Steve Scafidi. He wrote page-long letters of feedback for each poem we wrote. I definitely learned the most from that class about how to approach and enjoy revision of any kind of writing, and how to be both generous and incisive in my feedback of others work. Check out Carolines tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Ribosomes

Ribosomes Ribosomes: Ribosomes are defined as ancient molecular machines that are responsible for production of protein in all living cells. They are large (2.5 MD molecular weight or larger) macromolecular complexes composed of RNA (2/3) and protein (1/3). The ribosomes are large ribonucleoproteins consisting of RNAs and proteins, ubiquitous in all cells, which translate genetic information stored in the messenger RNA into polypeptides. Ribosome structure rDNA organization: In prokaryotes such Escherichia coli, there are three ribosomal RNAs (16S, 23S and 5S), which are organized as single transcriptional unit. In all eukaryotes studied so far, the organization of the ribosomal RNA genes is recognizably similar to that of prokaryotes, but with major differences; the size of the small subunit RNA has increased from 16S to 18S, and that of the large subunit from 23S and 28S; a new small 5.8S r-RNA has become interspersed between the 18S and the 28S rRNA, and the 5S rRNA has become separated from the other r-RNAs in a different transcription unit. The former transcription unit is generally referred to as the rRNA gene or the ribosomal DNA (r DNA). 5S genes are transcribed by a different RNA polymerase from r-RNA genes. There are generally more copies of the 5S genes than of the r-RNA genes. The human genome contains about 100 copies of r-RNA genes per haploid set. Many other species, including most plants, have several thousand copies. The r-RNA genes transcribed to give a precursor the 45S pre-r RNA, which is processed in the series of post- transcriptional modifications to the mature r RNA species. Eukaryotic ribosome structure: Most eukaryotes contain two distinct types of ribosomes: cytosolic and organellar. The cytosolic ribosomes of eukaryotic cells (other than mitochondrial and chloroplast) are 80S types. Organellar ribosomes from mitochondria and chloroplast are similar than cytosolic ribosomes and bear resemblance to the bacterial 70S ribosomes. There are two different types of ribosomes in the cytosol; one is membrane- bound ribosomes, which are attached to the cytosolic side of the ER membrane and second is free ribosomes which are not attached to any membrane. Membrane bound and free ribosomes are structurally and functionally indistinguishable. They vary only in the proteins they are manufacturing at any given time. In cytosol, a single m-RNA usually has a number of ribosomes translocating in 5to 3 direction, each making a separate but identical polypeptide chain; the entire structure is known as polyribosomes or polysomes. In eukaryotic cells, proteins are synthesized in cytosol and within organelles. In the cytosol, proteins are synthesized on membrane-bound as well as membrane free ribosomes. Proteins that are imported into organelles such as mitochondria, chloroplasts and peroxisomes are synthesized on membrane free ribosomes in the cytosol, whereas proteins that are imported into ER-golgi system are synthesized on ER membrane bound ribosomes. Bacterial ribosome structure: Prokaryotic ribosomes There are about 10,000 ribosomes in a bacterial cell which constitutes 30% of the total mass of the cell. The bacterial ribosomes occur in free form the cytoplasm. The sedimentation coefficient for bacterial ribosome is 70S which is made of 30S, a smaller unit and 50S, a large subunit. The function of small subunit bacterial ribosome comes with messenger RNA during translation and deciphering. The large subunits have the role as peptidyl transferase center and peptide bond forms at this site. img alt=bacterial ribosomes data-cke-saved-src=https://images.tutorpace.com/biology/ribosomes_5.jpg src=https://images.tutorpace.com/biology/ribosomes_5.jpg 358px;= height:= 262px;=

Solve System of Equations by Graphing.

Solve System of Equations by Graphing. System of equations are the set of linear equations consisting of different variables and constants arranged together. Solving system of equations involves finding the values of the variables given in the equations. System of equations can be solved using different methods and one of such methods is by graphing. In graphing, the given equations are graphed on a coordinate plane and the point where the straight lines intersect, that point gives the value of the variables. If there is no point of intersection between the lines, then there is no solution. Example 1: Solve the system of equations, y = x and y = 2x by graphing. To graph the equations, we need get their coordinate points. This means for y = x, the coordinate points can be (0, 0), (1, 1), (-1, -1), (2, 2). Similarly for y = 2x, the coordinate points can be (0, 0), (1, 2), (-1, -2), (2, 4). When the coordinate points are plotted on the graph, they have the common point (0, 0) which is their point of intersection. Hence the solution of the equations is x =0 and y = 0. Example 2:Solve the system of equations, y = x and y = 3x - 2 by graphing. This means for y = x, the coordinate points can be (0, 0), (1, 1), (-1, -1), (2, 2). Similarly for y = 3x - 2, the coordinate points can be (0, -2), (1, 1), (-1, -5), (2, 4). When the coordinate points are plotted on the graph, they have the common point (1, 1) which is their point of intersection. Hence the solution of the equations is x =1 and y = 1.

Sq Feet to Meters

Sq Feet to Meters A Square feet (also represented as sq feet) is a unit of measurement of area and it is commonly used in the United States, Canada, and in United Kingdom. While describing the area of anything, we use this measurement and estimate the number with respect to the unit. Area determined in terms of square feet is one of the commonly used measurement values and this number can be converted from square feet to another unit. Square feet can be converted to square meters which in turn can be converted to meters. Example 1: Given area of a rectangle is 40sq feet and the length of the rectangle is 2m. Calculate the width of the rectangle in meters. Area of a rectangle, A = length * width Given: length of the rectangle, l = 2m Area of the rectangle, A = 40sq feet First we should convert the units of area from square feet to meters2. Standard conversion: 1m2 = 10.764sqft This implies Area = 40sq feet = 40/10.764 = 3.72m2 So width of rectangle = Area/length= 3.72m2/ 2m = 1.86m Example 2: Given area of a rectangle is 100sq feet and the length of the rectangle is 4.6m. Calculate the width of the rectangle in meters. Area of a rectangle, A = length * width Given: length of the rectangle, l = 4.6m Area of the rectangle, A = 100sq feet First we should convert the units of area from square feet to meters2. Standard conversion: 1m2 = 10.764sqft This implies Area = 100sq feet = 100/10.764 = 9.29m2 So width of rectangle = Area/length= 9.29m2/ 4.6m = 2.02m

What is it Like to Attend University of North Florida

What is it Like to Attend University of North Florida The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teachtheyre sharing their college experiences as well. Matthew is a Jacksonville tutor specializing in computer science tutoring, geometry tutoring, pre-calculus tutoring, and a number of other areas. He is currently a junior at the University of North Florida majoring in Computing and Information Sciences. See what he had to share about the University of North Florida: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Matthew: My campus, the University of North Florida, is fairly safe. It has its own police department, and there are emergency landline telephones all over campus (including the parking lots) where students or visitors can dial 911 or the local campus police non-emergency line. We have shuttle buses that run relatively late in the evening, but there are also plenty of safe places to park your car or to lock up your bike if you have either of those modes of transportation. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants at University of North Florida? Matthew: The professors, academic advisers, and lab assistants are very available and easy to communicate with. In my experience, professors respond to emails within a few hours, and they have regular office hours that will meet the needs of most students. You can also make special appointments. The advisers are reachable in a similar fashion; whenever I have gone to the advising office, the staff has always been available for walk-in appointments. Lab assistants and tutoring services are frequently available even on the weekends. How would you describe the dorm liferooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Matthew: I personally have not stayed at the dorms, so I cannot provide a truly satisfactory answer to this question. However, there are a number of restaurants and cafeterias on campus. There is also a Starbucks and a gaming lounge. Students looking to socialize frequent these common areas, whereas students looking for a quiet place to study can find refuge at the library, which is open surprisingly late. In summation, there are a wide variety of options for both recreational and non-recreational areas. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Matthew: The University of North Florida supports a wide variety of degree programs. Probably the most common degree programs are STEM-related (science, technology, engineering, and math) or social science (sociology, psychology, political science, and communications) oriented. I personally studied computing and information sciences, with a focus on computer science and a minor in mathematics. The University of North Florida did an excellent job supporting my area of study. They have an entire building dedicated to computer science/information science/information technology students, complete with labs, computers, and other resources. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Matthew: It was pretty easy for me to meet people and to make friends as a freshman. Greek life did not play a significant role in my social life on campus. My degree program was so demanding that most of my social interactions occurred with people I met in my classes. I met some of my best friends attending courses at the University of North Florida, and we would work on projects together and socialize outside of our classes. How helpful is the Career Center and other student support services at University of North Florida? Matthew: The local career center is extremely helpful. They assist students with creating resumes, constructing professional work portfolios, and job/internship recruitment opportunities. They host a regular career fair every semester, and regularly have reputable local companies on campus hosting workshops, seminars, and seeking to recruit the newest talent. How are the various study areas such as libraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Matthew: The library, student union, and common lounge areas are very spacious and easily available. Despite the large number of students, they are rarely over-crowded, and they can easily serve a significantly large chunk of students. I have personally spent a large quantity of time in the library and student union buildings working and socializing. Describe the surrounding town. Matthew: Jacksonville is the largest city in the continental United States in terms of landmass. This leads to a wide variety of choices when it comes to outside establishments and sources of entertainment. Jacksonville has a bustling nightlife in the downtown area, but there is a distinct parking space problem. You frequently have to park far from where you are going and either walk, bike, or take a shuttle bus. The parking issue does dissuade some students from enjoying the downtown area, but many students still choose to enjoy the many activities that are available. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes at University of North Florida? Matthew: Our student body is fairly large at the University of North Florida. While the class sizes were a bit larger than I would have liked, I saw it as the natural consequence of the massive demand for STEM fields. There are so many available positions in my field, and so many students are looking to train and fill them that it is no surprise that the school is overwhelmed with student registration. They are continually hiring new faculty to keep up with demand, but the slow rate at which post-doctoral candidates are trained means that the problem is likely to continue for some time. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one you regret the most. Matthew: Probably my most memorable experience was with Dr. Kenneth Martin, who taught Data Structures (among other courses). We spent a large amount of time during one class debating the pros and cons of various hashing functions for a hash table data structure. Dr. Martin argued in favor of a method which modeled each element in the table as a unique polynomial, whereas I pushed a simpler method that instead took the bitwise representation of each element in the table and used the bitwise exclusive-or function and a large arbitrary Mersenne prime number to derive a unique key similar to the process used by modern cryptography. While neither of us convinced the other, the discussion produced a great deal of inspiration for the rest of the students in the class, some of whom had yet other techniques that they favored. Check out Matthews tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

How to Become a Freelance Photographer

How to Become a Freelance Photographer The Beginners Guide to Freelance Photography ChaptersHow to Freelance Behind the Lens: Education and SpecialisationHow to Become a Photographer UKPros and Cons of Being a Self Employed PhotographerFreelance Photography Requirements for Commercial PhotographyFreelance Photography for Fine Art PhotographyBefore throwing yourself full force into the field of photography of any type, let us consider a few numbers.Although no official records are kept and professional photographers are not tracked or polled in the UK, by some estimates, there are more than fifty thousand professionals that shape and drive the world of photography in our country.That doesn't include anyone who has a camera, taking snaps on weekends or special events, who could be considered an amateur photographer!Furthermore, there are no fewer than seventy four institutions of higher learning that offer photography programmes, all around the UK.Those do not count the professional photographers who offer workshops to beginners and intermediate photographers, in thei r studios or around town. Nor does it account for any apprenticeships they might offer.The cost of enroling in a three-year photography degree programme, on the average, ranges around £10,000 per year.Accredited online photography courses cost, on average, £600.Considering these numbers, you might question whether undergoing formal training as a photographer of any stripe would be worthwhile.Here is something else to think about: if you operate as a freelance photographer, you should have a measure of business sense.While you're thinking about all of this, let Superprof lay out a road map on how to achieve success as an independent photographer.Should you not have the means or opportunity to train with any established photographers, practicing on your own is the way to take your skill to the next level.Make it a habit of stepping out with your digital camera, or 35mm if you are a purist, and capture what you see.Filling your portfolio with a variety of subjects, environments, and composition will only prove you to be more versatile, open to any assignment.Anyone with a camera can call themselves an amateur photographer Source: Pixabay Credit: Alexa_FotosHow to Become a Photographer UKAnyone who uses a camera could be called an amateur photographer. If you charge a fee for your shots, you would be considered professional.As there are no licensing requirements on photographers in the UK, it would be relatively easy to set up a studio,  anywhere in our photogenic country.As compared to, say, France, where there are regulatory boards and specific legal requirements governing photographers.However, in our country, you must register your business with HMRC, and pay taxes on your earnings.We urge you to not neglect that vital step!With that cumbersome query out of the way, let us drill down to what type of photography you would specialise in.Some of the most lucrative ventures include:wedding photographyportrait photography â€" pets, babies and group/family portrai turefashion photography, either of the articles of fashion, or of models displaying themaction photographynight photographytravel photographycommercial photography â€" photos for adverts, brochures and menusfood photographymacro photography: taking pictures of small components, such as jewellery, machinery or insectsFreelance photography is one career field where passion alone can dictate what you do.Consider Anne Geddes, who so loves babies that she has made a name for herself in baby photography!Like any burgeoning photographer, she started out with minimal equipment, but as her reputation grew, she was able to invest in all of the accoutrements needed to be a successful freelance photographer.It is important to note that Ms. Geddes has no formal training in photography.If, like her, you have an eye for composition and pose, you too might be ready to acquire accessories needed for a fully equipped studio.Those might include:Lights, light meters and using lighting techniquesDiffere nt subjects require different lighting. Light also sets the mood of your shots; brighter pictures reflect elan; more diffuse lighting could imply anything from whimsy to deeper emotions.An assortment of camera bodies, lenses and filtersNot every camera will suit every purpose, and different lenses give different effects. Filters serve to add colour and/or effect.A tripod is vital in portrait photography, as are backdrops, props and other posing tools.The most vital question in outfitting your studio would be: what type of camera you will use?While digital SLR is all the rage, many professional photographers aver that film cameras are incomparable: in heft, in shutter action and for the shots they capture.You may consider using both digital and analog cameras, depending on your photography business and what you specialise in.If you undergo photography training through a series of workshops with a professional studio photographer, you may find that technological advances in digital ph otography give you more flexibility in capturing your subject material.Editing your images with Photoshop, you will find that you can enhance colours and subject matter much more easily than through any retouching techniques film photographers rely on.And you can do away with the darkroom and all of those chemicals, too!As a freelance photographer, you get to decide what you shoot and how you shoot it Source: Pixabay Credit: GlavoFreelance Photography Requirements for Commercial PhotographyThis type of photography meant for publication, exposition and reproduction.A select number of pictures you take could be enlarged; become wall art.A trademark of this type of photography would be limited issue; maybe thirty prints, and include an autograph.As such, that would make you, the photographer, an artist!On a much more mundane level, commercial photographers are contracted to take pictures of ordinary objects, such as furniture, food or clothing.They may be called on to emphasise design features, for example, or the use of the product in question.If your client is a resort in Bournemouth, you may be called on to photograph a hotel and various rooms, the beach and their restaurant, for a brochure or advert.All of these instances demand different technical skills, different equipment and practical usage of environmental factors, such as light and scene composition.If you know how to shoot the beach and the exterior of the hotel, would you be equally competent in capturing the indoor spaces and the food?Maybe your local council has appointed you to use your DSLR camera in capturing street scenes, to be attached to a request for more government funding.How would you use natural light and aperture control to expose the need in your neighbourhood?One last example: your aunt, she of the delicious pasties and pies, has finally decided to market her skill.She might depend on your imaging ability to show off her pies' flaky crust, juicy fillings and tempting thickness.Even t hough dear Auntie is family, as a pro photographer, you are not in the business of free photography!Don't forget to claim all of your rights to the images, even if you give your old dear a discounted price on her imagery.Dear Auntie's mince pies should steal the show, not your commission! Source: Pixabay Credit: BluemorphosFreelance Photography for Fine Art PhotographyThis aspect of the art of photography is where most lovers of the discipline wish they could hang their hat.It is, after all, the love of beauty and the desire to create art that lured you into photography, isn't it?As opposed to the commercial photographer, whose duty it is to represent pragmatic life in a certain light, the art photographer composes his shots solely for the beauty and emotional impact they bring.The art photographer tends to be more advanced, working independently, and takes his time staging and composing his shot.The most stunning photos we see lining museum walls were shot by such photographers, wh o, through patience and hard work, have attained a stage in their photography  career that they can take all the time needed to capture unique visions.In SummaryThe UK has no administrative or official requirements to becoming a freelance photographer.However, anyone who is self-employed is required to register with HMRC.Joining a professional photography society is a great way to network and gain access to photography workshops.No matter how adept you are at using your digital SLR camera or Nikon film camera, you can always learn how to do something you've not yet tried to do with it!Promoting your services as a freelance photographer requires you to decide what type of services you will provide: commercial, artistic, promotional, and so on.If your first love is the passion of capturing beauty, you can express yourself creatively even as you fulfill clients' needs.And, in spite of all of this advice, we strongly advocate for photography courses, as they are the surest way to achiev e professional stability and success.

Guide to Owning the SAT Math

Guide to Owning the SAT Math Huntington Learning Centers Guide to Owning the SAT Math Consisting of two multiple choice sections, the SAT math is an assessment of your knowledge and skills in both high school algebra and geometry. Understanding the format, assessed skills, and most frequently asked questions can help better prepare you for the exam and ultimately boost your score. The SAT math section consists of four different content strands, each with several different points of related content: Number and Operations: This section consists of arithmetic word problems, rational numbers, counting techniques, sets, number theory, sequences and series, and properties of integers. Algebra and Functions: This will test exponential properties, algebraic word problems, linear equations and inequalities, equations of lines, absolute value, algebraic expressions, radical and rational equations, direct and inverse variation, and algebraic functions and symbols. Geometry and Measurement: Focus will include volume of 3D shapes, area and perimeter of polygons and circles, Pythagorean Theorem properties, geometric visualization, coordinate geometry, transformations, similarity, and slope. Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability This section will focus on descriptive statistics (mean, median, and mode), probability, and data interpretation (tables and graphs). Knowledge is power! Understanding the assessed content and skills on the SAT is important, but using this information to enhance your preparation is even more vital. The staff at Huntington Learning Center is specially trained to help students succeed on the math section of the SAT and employs a variety of innovative methods to help you best prepare. They can be your trusted ally in the weeks and months leading up to the SAT exam and will ensure you are ready for test day. Some of our favorite test prep methods include: Takingpractice tests Practice tests allow our tutors to understand yourindividual strengths and areas of need. They also provide important informationto help create your personalized tutoring plan. Over time, these samepractice tests serve as progress monitoring tools so our staff can determine the areas in which you've made growth and which content areasrequire additional practice. Leading up to the exam day the practice testsmay be used to help you feel comfortable with the format of the SAT and asa simulation of the actual exam. Learninghow to use your resources Many students worry that they will be unableto remember important mathematical formulas and will struggle withanswering the questions. Don't worry! The SAT exam doesn't require you tomemorize any formulas. Often used formulas are included in the test bookletat the onset of each math section. It is your responsibility to choosewhich of these formulas should be used on individual items. This is just one example of using the included resources of the SAT to boost yourconfidence and your score. Each of your tutoring sessions will provideinstruction on how to use the test format to your advantage. Practicingspecific skills All of the already mentioned content strands andspecific skills are important. But our tutors understand how to prioritizeyour learning during the tutoring sessions. Using your assessment data andthe knowledge of which types of questions are most likely on the exam,your tutor will create specific goals for your SAT prep. For example, youmay have struggled with items about calculating slope on your practicetest. Our tutors understand that questions about slope appear on every SATexam and that you'll most likely be asked to find the slope of two orderedpairs. Using this knowledge you'll be specifically prepared for the most frequently asked questions and the content strands that you struggle with the most. If you are planning to take the SAT exam this school year now is a great time to begin your preparation. Contact a nearby Huntington Learning Center to learn more about our innovative tutoring methods and the benefits you will experience during your preparation for the SAT math section.