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Consumerism is something that is inevitable for every individual including myself, as we are encouraged and peer pressured into buying the latest commercial goods. This is something which various individuals such as environmental activist David Suzuki, (Suzuki et al, 2007) mentioning the rise of a consumerism worldview. Other fellow thinkers like, Victor mentions how the unprecedented economic growth leads to rapid changes in benefits and costs with respect to the environment or in general the…

My evolution I choose to do is evolution number 1 of the NFPA 1410 engine drill. This drill is about a forward lay using one engine and a supply line to the hydrant about 300’ with an attack and back up line. The flow is 300 GPM and the time is 3 mins to complete. The objective of this training is a house fire and the first in engine has to hit the hydrant about 300’ from the house and get the attack line and a backup line off the engine with the engineer giving water to the nozzleman. Well my…

Firefighting is not only about fighting fires. In fact, most of a firefighter’s day is spent at the firehouse. Most firefighters work 24 hour shifts. They go to work at 7:00 in the morning and leave at 7:00 the next day. They have a lot to do. First on their list is to check that all the equipment is working. A firefighter does not want to get to a fire and find out that there is a leak in the hose! Fire fighters also spend time in training every day. Firefighters do a lot more than just fight…

BMI Response My BMI results show that I’m in a healthy weight zone. The healthy weight range for my height and age is ninety-two to one hundred thirty six pounds. Since I weigh one hundred one and eight tenths pounds, this indicates I am at a healthy weight, putting me in the twenty-three percentile. Even though I’m at a healthy weight, I am close to being underweight. Furthermore, I am fourteen years old, so I’m still growing. Thereby, staying healthy means maintaining my weight. Staying…

Population Growth Population growth rate on Earth is increasing exponentially; in fact, it is believed that the population will increase to more than 9 billion people by the middle of the century (United States Census Bureau, 2016). This is an unimaginable increase from the two and a half billion souls Earth had just in 1950 alone (Population Institute, 2016). The impact has raised serious concerns for the planet and it sustainability. The population increases in both developed countries and…

The connections between technological advances, economic growth, and societal development have always been important aspects of humankind. The 21st century introduced an era of many incredible technological breakthroughs, one of which includes the “convergence [of] computers, televisions and telephones” molding a huge internetwork. Innovation is an inevitable outcome in today’s global age of connectivity and accessible resources, with new businesses established every day due to this swift and…

These countries will reside on either side of the spectra of the corruption index. The Corruption Perceptions Index is a measurement conducted by the Transparency International Organization that gives a ranking of numbers between 1-100 for each country, with a lower number indicating a more perceived corrupt country. In this study, the dependent…

to bond proteins together, like artificial crabmeat and fish balls. The IMechE(2013) recommends that fruit and vegetables need a much higher standard of facilities in store than grain crops because fruit and vegetables are harder to protect. In that case, the production of fruit and vegetables should fit the demands of markets. Farmers could cooperate with companies to avoid over products. In brief, demands and supplies can be balanced by the cooperation between farmers and markets. But it is…

Women in the Infantry Fueled by political correctness and the urgent rush to re-event the entire Military structure that’s already won many wars. It is the sudden implement of women in the Infantry. For many years our military has been successful with the way it has been established. Being all for equal opportunity myself, personal I feel from experience and facts women should not be in the Infantry. Women do not possess the same physical standards and capability to accomplish the mission.…

obesity causing serious health problems. Childhood Obesity is a devastating epidemic happening in children today. Obesity is defined as excessive accumulation and storage of fat in the body (Obesity Information). Obesity is measured by body mass index (BMI) a common scientific way to screen whether a person is underweight, normal, overweight, or obese (Cause and symptoms). Due to the physical changes that occur during growth and development of the child, the BMI is measured by their…