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The 10 Fundamental Libra Traits and the Best Advice for Libras

Libra is an air sign, and Libras are known for the love of being around other people. Libras are incredibly cooperative and fair-minded, and are a sign that believes firmly in the power of social connection. Libras are some of the most interesting and clever people around, and they have a lot to offer. Below, we'll talk about key Libra characteristics, how Libras relate to others, and advice for being a Libra and getting along with the Libra in your life.

 

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The 5 Fundamental Sagittarius Traits You Need to Know

Sagittarians, our winter-born, free spirit friends! They're lucky, honest, and ever-so-slightly reckless. What's not to love?

If you're reading this right now, you're either a Sagittarius yourself or you're researching the traits of someone specific, like a friend, partner, or co-worker. Or, maybe you're just curious? Whatever the reason you're reading up on Sagittarius characteristics, we're here to better help you understand this zodiac sign better.

In this article, we're going to break down everything you need to know about the traits of the Sagittarius sign, including:

  • Answering the question, "What is a Sagittarius?"
  • Giving you 5 key Sagittarius traits
  • Discussing how Sagittariuses work in relationships
  • Providing tips for how to get along with Sagittariuses, no matter your sign

There's a lot to cover, so let's get started!

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How to Prepare for College: 31 Tips to Get Ready

While you might think college preparation only happens during the summer before college, this isn’t necessarily true. In fact, you can start preparing for college as early as 9th grade! But what exactly does the process of college preparation entail?

Here, we explain how to prepare for college at every grade level in high school. Specifically, we take a look at what you can do on the academic, financial, and extracurricular fronts, providing you with advice and tips, as well as a helpful preparing-for-college checklist.

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A Complete Guide to the PCAT: Scores, Practice, and More

MCAT, GRE, GMAT...there seem to be a million different tests to get into graduate school, and the PCAT is one of them. Students who want to go to pharmacy school are often required to take the PCAT exam as part of their admissions packet.

But what is the PCAT, exactly? What’s the format of the exam? And what kind of PCAT scores do you need to get into pharmacy school?

Well, fear not! We’ve put together an expert introduction to the PCAT exam. In this article, we’ll cover:

  • The unique features of the PCAT
  • An overview of PCAT registration
  • What to expect when taking the test
  • The typical PCAT scores required for pharmacy programs

Having a good understanding of the PCAT can save you a lot of trouble later, so read on!

 

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How to Improve Your ACT English Score: 9 Tips From a Perfect Scorer

Are you struggling with ACT English scores between 14-24? You're not alone—hundreds of thousands of other students are scoring in this range. But many don't know the best ways to break out of this score range and get 26+ on the ACT.

Here we'll discuss how to improve ACT English score effectively, and why it's so important to do so. Put these principles to work and I'm confident you'll be able to improve your score.

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The 8 Fundamental Taurus Traits, Explained

Are you a Taurus zodiac sign, or do you know someone who is? If you want to know your strengths and weaknesses as a Taurus or how to relate to a Taurus in your life, then you've come to the right place. Read on to learn all about this April-May zodiac sign, key Taurus traits to look for, and what the Taurus is like in relationships.

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How Is the SAT Scored? Scoring Charts

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One question that often comes up as you begin studying for the SAT is this: how on earth is this thing scored? 

This article breaks down how the SAT is scored, section by section. You will learn how your raw score becomes a scaled score, what adaptive scoring is, and how you can use that information to your advantage. 

This article is fully updated for the digital SAT!

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The 8 Aries Traits You Need to Know

Ah, spring—such a wonderful time of year. No more snow or cold weather, flowers are in bloom, and summer's just around the corner. But that's not all this wonderful season brings: springtime means it's Aries season!

Are you or is someone you know an Aries? Gather ‘round and keep reading to learn all about the Aries zodiac symbol, key Aries personality traits, and the best ways to communicate with the Aries in your life.

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4 Top Tips to Ace the ASE Certification Tests

If you’re preparing for a career as an automotive professional, you will need to get your ASE certification. In this article, we’ll cover what the ASE certification test is, who takes it, the types of content covered, and where to start if you want to get your mechanic certification.

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What Is a Good ISEE Score?

The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is a standardized test for students in grades 2 through 12 take to apply to many private schools. ISEE score reports are known for containing a lot of information, most of it not very intuitive. So what do these scores mean? Which are the ones schools care about? And what is a good ISEE score? Read on for the answers to all these questions!

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4 Top Tips to Prepare for NYS Civil Service Exams

Are you interested in pursuing a job in local, state, or federal government? Then you may need to take a civil service exam.

New York State has one of the largest civil service systems in the United States, employing more than one million civil service employees. In this article, we’ll explain how to prepare for your career in civil service by taking the required NYS civil service exams.

 

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The 8 Key Leo Traits: Your Guide to the August Zodiac Sign

What do Demi Lovato, Barack Obama, and J.K. Rowling all have in common? They're all Leos, according to astrological zodiac signs! These people also exhibit some of the Leo zodiac sign's strongest traits, including being gifted, persevering leaders.

But there's more to being a Leo than having leadership qualities! In our crash course on understanding and relating to the people in your life (or yourself!) who fall under the Leo sign, we'll cover the following:

  • Explain what a Leo is
  • Define eight key Leo traits, including the sign's strengths and weaknesses
  • Describe Leo characteristics in romantic, platonic, and professional relationships
  • Give you advice for being the best Leo you can be
  • Give others tips for relating to the Leos in their lives

Now, let's get to know this August zodiac sign!

 

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The 7 Aquarius Traits You Need to Know

If you're a late-January or early-to-mid-February baby, then your zodiac sign is Aquarius, the Water Bearer who is represented by the planet Uranus and the element air. Aquarius is known for being progressive, idealistic, intelligent, and highly creative—not to mention a little quirky! But there's a lot more to the Aquarius personality than just this, of course.

Read on to learn what this sign means and what the best and worst Aquarius traits are. We'll also go over how Aquarius fares in love and other relationships, what to do if you're an Aquarius, and how to relate to an Aquarius if you're not one.

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Alligator vs Crocodile: What’s the Difference?

Hey! Watch out for that alligator! Or is it a crocodile? How are we supposed to tell them apart?

These scaly reptiles have been confusing and confounding humans for, well, pretty much forever. Alligators and crocodiles share plenty of similarities, but there are actually key differences between them.

In this article, we’ll explain the main difference between alligator and crocodile species, as well as where you can find them, what they eat, and their relationship with humans. Keep reading to become an expert on alligator vs crocodile similarities and differences!

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What Is the Series 7 Exam?

Series 7it might sound like a strange set of books you never got around to reading, but in reality it’s a financial qualification exam for aspiring stockbrokers. If you want to work with stocks, bonds, and investments, you’ll need to pass Series 7.

Read on to learn what exactly the Series 7 exam is, who takes it, what’s on it, how you can register for it, and what score you need to pass it.

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