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Answer to At what age should you stop seeing a pediatrician and start seeing an adult doctor?

Thu, 02 Mar 2006 15:55:43 -0800

At what age should you stop seeing a pediatrician and start seeing an adult doctor?

It depends on the person, but more often then not the age is 17 or 18.

Answer to Can you play audio CDs on a PS2?

Fri, 09 Dec 2005 18:53:29 -0800

Can you play audio CDs on a PS2?

In a word, yes.

Answer to What does the "PA" after an attorney's name mean?

Fri, 09 Dec 2005 18:50:13 -0800

What does the "PA" after an attorney's name mean?

The most logical answer to this is "Prosecution Attorney." There's numerous things PA stands for, but this seems to answer the question.

Answer to What happens if a deceased person is found to have been a prison escapee after passing away?

Fri, 09 Dec 2005 18:44:53 -0800

What happens if a deceased person is found to have been a prison escapee after passing away?

Nothing, I hope. What are they going to do, imprison the carcass?

Answer to What type of chili pepper is the spiciest?

Wed, 21 Sep 2005 13:44:54 -0700

What type of chili pepper is the spiciest?

The hottest, and spiciest chili pepper in the world is known as the Habanero.

Answer to What is the age of consent for having sex in Missouri?

Fri, 05 Aug 2005 12:51:34 -0700

What is the age of consent for having sex in Missouri?

Source: http://www.ageofconsent.com/ageofconsent.htm The Legal age of Consent is 17, but according to the site, has "unusual reasons" to also state the age is 14.

Answer to When should you drive with your parking lights instead of your headlights?

Thu, 04 Aug 2005 14:27:54 -0700

When should you drive with your parking lights instead of your headlights?

You should never drive with just your parking lights on. Most states mandate that your headlights be on at all times while driving at night or in bad weather. Also, Fog lights also require headlights to be on along with them.

Answer to What's the ad hoc mode in a Sony PSP?

Tue, 02 Aug 2005 11:02:58 -0700

What's the ad hoc mode in a Sony PSP?

Ad Hoc mode allows your PSP to connect to other PSPs without the use of a router/central server. However, you can't connect to the internet using Ad Hoc.

Answer to Why do cans sometimes bulge?

Tue, 26 Jul 2005 11:31:35 -0700

Why do cans sometimes bulge?

Cans bulge primarily because of a potentially deadly bacteria fermenting in it, which causes a type of food poisoning known as Botulism. DO NOT PURCHASE A CAN WITH BULGES. Botulism can kill you.

Answer to I have a Toshiba 27" TV. When I turn it on, there is a continuous black box covering most of the screen. How do I remove this?

Mon, 25 Jul 2005 10:13:24 -0700

I have a Toshiba 27" TV. When I turn it on, there is a continuous black box covering most of the screen. How do I remove this?

Most likely, that box you're seeing is known as a "Text box." It's a type of closed captioning, or at least, it's included in your caption menu. To get rid of it, follow the instructions of your TV manual to get to the "caption menu," and if it has a setting...

Answer to Is it possible to use iTunes for Windows to browse websites other than Apple Music Store?

Sat, 23 Jul 2005 07:53:44 -0700

Is it possible to use iTunes for Windows to browse websites other than Apple Music Store?

Unfortunately, no. iTunes only works with the music store. You could do something to allow it to do so by hacking the code (Illegal,) but otherwise, you can't browse anything other then the store.

Answer to What was Muddy Waters' real name?

Thu, 14 Jul 2005 17:22:54 -0700

What was Muddy Waters' real name?

His real name was McKinley Morganfield.

Answer to How long or how many times to you have to battle a fiend to make it go Oversoul?

Thu, 14 Jul 2005 16:58:37 -0700

How long or how many times to you have to battle a fiend to make it go Oversoul?

The answer depends on what type of creature you're fighting. For instance, you can fight 12 plant type monsters, and the 13th will oversoul. Kill 18 reptiles, and the 19th goes oversoul. For more info, as well as how many kills for each type of monster, see this FAQ: ...

Answer to How do you get all three of the leblanc employe disguises for yuna riku and paine in chapter 2?

Thu, 14 Jul 2005 16:50:06 -0700

How do you get all three of the leblanc employe disguises for yuna riku and paine in chapter 2?

Each of the uniforms requires going to various parts of Spira, and taking on a quest given to you, as well as defeating various people there. For instance: In Mt. Gagazet: Go up Mt. Gagazet to the hot springs and defeat Ormi. Bikanel Island: Go to the Oasis and Defeat Logos Mushroom Rock...

Answer to How are astronauts selected?

Wed, 13 Jul 2005 13:08:05 -0700

How are astronauts selected?

NASA has a whole site dedicated to how astronauts are selected. Here's a summary of the basic process: 1. Applicants must apply for the position 2. Those that qualify are then evaluated by a discipline panel 3. After that, should you be recommended by the panel, you go through training...

Answer to What is the oldest language that is still in use today?

Wed, 13 Jul 2005 12:49:46 -0700

What is the oldest language that is still in use today?

At about 3,200 years old, the oldest language, as well as the most spoken language in the world, is Mandarin, or Chinese.

Answer to What is the fastest possible checkmate in chess?

Tue, 12 Jul 2005 15:12:08 -0700

What is the fastest possible checkmate in chess?

The fastest possible checkmate is known as the Fool's mate. Checkmate in four moves. To see how it works, check this site out: http://www.geocities.com/matthew1585/foolsmate.htm UPDATE: A lot of people are commenting on this, and as a chess player myself, I feel I should warn you...

Answer to Can an Xbox be modded to be used as a web server?

Mon, 11 Jul 2005 11:12:02 -0700

Can an Xbox be modded to be used as a web server?

The answer is yes....but you need to be willing to do a little work. First, you would have to install Linux on your Xbox, or some other OS that could run a web server. You can do this either by using certain programs to input the code to install Linux, or by putting in a mod chip with Linux....

Answer to What is meant by PP after the name of the Pope, as in Joannes Paulus PP II?

Tue, 05 Jul 2005 09:41:13 -0700

What is meant by PP after the name of the Pope, as in Joannes Paulus PP II?

The PP stands for "Papa Pontifex," which is included in the full signature of the pope. Translated roughly, the "Papa" means "Father," and Pontifex is derived from the words "Pons" and "Facere," which mean "bridge" and "to make or...

Answer to What is Asatru, and what do its followers believe?

Mon, 04 Jul 2005 16:55:19 -0700

What is Asatru, and what do its followers believe?

Taken from http://www.religioustolerance.org/asatru.htm Asatru is a religion based on the ancient religion of the Norse. The word itself is derived from the word Asa, the Icelandic possessive for "Aesir," and Tru, which means "belief" or "religion." Asatru...

Answer to What are the dimensions of a regulation batter's box?

Mon, 04 Jul 2005 16:40:32 -0700

What are the dimensions of a regulation batter's box?

According to various web sites, the regulation size is 4' x 6'.

Answer to When I transfer MP3s to my PSP, they do not show up on my PSP as tracks, but they do take up space on the memory stick. I've tried reformatting the memory stick. What else can I try?

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 20:33:51 -0700

When I transfer MP3s to my PSP, they do not show up on my PSP as tracks, but they do take up space on the memory stick. I've tried reformatting the memory stick. What else can I try?

You need to create a folder on the PSP named "MUSIC." Then put your MP3s in that. Then it will show up.

Answer to My camera lens has EF 50mm 1:1.8. What does the 1:1.8 mean?

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 20:23:03 -0700

My camera lens has EF 50mm 1:1.8. What does the 1:1.8 mean?

The number is the fastest aperture setting the lens has. For instance, your lens should be able to go to 18, which basically has the aperture close the lens to such a level that very little light comes in. 1.8 on the other hand, is your lens's aperture without it having to move to shut...

Answer to How do you delete songs from an MP3 player?

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 20:16:02 -0700

How do you delete songs from an MP3 player?

Song deletion varies from player to player. Most players allow you to directly delete a song from the MP3 player. However, there are some older models that require you to connect to a PC before deleting your MP3s.

Answer to How much fuel do the tanks attached to the Space Shuttle hold?

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 20:12:49 -0700

How much fuel do the tanks attached to the Space Shuttle hold?

There's only one tank attached to the shuttle, not counting the boosters on either side, and that's the Main External Tank. The tank itself can carry 35 tons of fuel, but is actually divided into a large section for fuel, and a smaller part for the oxygen to ignite that fuel. The...

Answer to How long should an iPod play without recharging, both a regular and a mini?

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 20:00:38 -0700

How long should an iPod play without recharging, both a regular and a mini?

According to Apple's web site, your ipod mini should be able to play for 8 hours, and your regular Ipod should run for 12 hours, however, from personal experience, these times vary, depending on how much you use your Ipod. Source: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=62018#2 ...

Answer to What's the origin of the phrase "The world is your oyster"?

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 19:53:10 -0700

What's the origin of the phrase "The world is your oyster"?

The quote actually is derived from a Shakesperian play entitled "The Merry Wives of Windsor." Here's the quote of significance for your interest: "Falstaff: I will not lend thee a penny. Pistol: Why, then, the world's mine oyster, Which I with sword will open."...

Answer to How do you figure out what singing range you're in?

Mon, 31 Jan 2005 23:06:47 -0800

How do you figure out what singing range you're in?

The best way is to have someone who knows these ranges listen to you sing and have them determine your status. This is how the ranges work: Bass is as low as it gets Alto is moderate Tenor is higher Soprano is highest in pitch I believe there are also a few others in between, but...

Answer to I once saw this guy on the Howard Stern show say that he broke his penis. Is it a possible to break a penis?

Mon, 31 Jan 2005 22:56:59 -0800

I once saw this guy on the Howard Stern show say that he broke his penis. Is it a possible to break a penis?

If you mean to break it as if to break one's arm or leg, the answer is no, because the penis is made purely of blood vessels and muscle, and has no bones to break in it. However, you CAN pull a muscle in your penis, or cramp it up, or tear a muscle, or do a number of things to your penis...

Answer to Is there such thing as a light bulb phobia?

Mon, 31 Jan 2005 22:00:18 -0800

Is there such thing as a light bulb phobia?

Theoretically, it is possible to have a fear of light bulbs, albeit there is very little chance of having it. There is greater chance of having photophobia, the fear of light, which also may not exist. Although no case was ever reported, it is quite possible for someone to have a fear of...

Answer to What is considered "fashionably late"?

Sun, 30 Jan 2005 19:08:05 -0800

What is considered "fashionably late"?

There's no real definition of being fashionably late, save one example of a Spongebob Squarepants episode where he was to meet someone at 8:00 p.m, but he says he was always fashionable late, and arrived at 8:01 p.m. Go with your gut instinct. You have to really know the host to do it....

Answer to How do I soothe the burning sensation from eating jalapeno peppers?

Sun, 11 Jul 2004 12:37:57 -0700

How do I soothe the burning sensation from eating jalapeno peppers?

The best way to get rid of it is to drink milk. The milk is strong enough to break the bonds that the molecules from the Jalapenos have stuck to your taste buds.

Answer to When did The Beatles officially break up?

Sat, 15 May 2004 15:59:35 -0700

When did The Beatles officially break up?

The Beatles officially broke up on December 31st, 1970, when Paul McCartney sued the other three in order to dissolve the partnership, however it really all begun in 1967, when their manager, Brian Epstein, died. Source: http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mbeatlesbreakup.html