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Settle-out calculations in natural gas systems need to be sufficiently rigorous accurately to predict settle-out under various operating conditions without being so conservative as to increase costs.

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Learn how the previous balance method calculates credit card interest, its implications for cardholders, and why it might not be the best choice for you.

The Martin/Hopkins method of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol assessment is more accurate that the usual calculation method, according to an analysis of the FOURIER trial. Among FOURIER ...

In contrast to the traditional taxable income-based method of calculating tax expense, under financial accounting standards, corporate income tax expense is instead derived from liability for current ...

Note: This article is based on the 2008 NEC. A dwelling unit is a single structure that provides complete and independent living facilities, according to the NEC definition found in Art. 100 (Fig. 1).