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What is the "Dumb-Down" Principle?

DCMI Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The so called "Dumb-Down Principle" simply means that in any use of a qualified DC element, the qualifier may be dropped and the remaining value of the element should still be a term that is useful for discovery. For example, there are several date qualifiers that might be used to enhance the precision of various dates associated with a resource.

Do I have to "dumb down" my site in order to make it accessible?

Accessible Technology Initiative: California State Universit...
No. Making a web site accessible is more about including good design elements than removing them. Nearly all sophisticated and visually-attractive web technologies can be rendered in an accessible manner if designed with accessibility in mind. Creative web designers are able to keep the web site visually pleasing and, at the same time, make it accessible for more people to access the site.

Is my pet upset with me for having him "put down"?

Aunt Julie Pet Communicator - FAQs
To date, the passed-over ones I contact are never angry at the owners for having them "put down" or "put to sleep". The owners are generally beside themselves with anguish, guilt, uncertainty as to whether it was the right decision, regret (if they're not sure it was) and completely understandable grief. Often I hear that they have not gotten over it for many, many years.

What does "Upside Down" Mean?

DFW Car Ads FAQs
Also sometimes referred to as "In the Hole" or "Negative Equity", Upside Down means that your vehicle is currently worth less than what you owe on it. A large majority of car owners fall under this category.

How does a product get to be called "Down"?

FAQ List for Why Buy Down
Most allergies and irritations are actually caused by dander and dust mites that penetrate into bedding, but because Down Lite uses only high thread count, tightly woven cotton fabric, dust mites and dander are not able to settle inside comforters or mattress toppers. Giving the bedding a quick shake will remove the irritants that can make you feel stuffy and itchy. Down Lite’s strict cleaning standards remove 99% of all natural allergens from down clusters and feathers.

How long does it take to "boot up" and "shut down"?

FAQ Page
The internal DSP (Digital Signal Processing) circuit board includes software applications. Like any computer there is a "boot up" time, this is approximately 20 seconds, during which time no audio is passed. "Shut down" is instantaneous, however the green power led will flash to indicate "shut down".

Should I breed my dog to "settle it down"?

Gemini n' Beaver Creek Poms - Frequently Asked Questions FAQ...
There are good reasons to breed an animal that is not major faulted, but this certainly isn't one of them! You are jeopardizing the future health of your pet by doing so. (See the section on "Should I spay/neuter?") Breeding will not "settle down" an animal with a behavior problem.

What is the Property "Theft Buy-down" Insurance Program?

UCSB Business Services - Risk Management
The deductible for theft under the Property Self-Insurance Program (Quick Tips: Property Insurance) is $1,000 for a forced-entry theft and $5,000 for a non-forced entry.

I have an older dog that is "slowing down" - can K-9 REJUVENATOR perk him up?

FAQ's - K-9Health.com - The K-9 Rejuvenator
K-9 REJUVENATOR is the optimum choice for older dogs because it provides such a wide spectrum of nutritional support. Besides containing some of the most potent agents known for maintaining and rebuilding cartilage and connective tissue for joint health, they also relieve joint and muscle pain, prevent muscular atrophy and slow deteriorating effects of aging, boost energy, aid renal function and carbohydrate metabolism, help improve circulation and cardiovascular response.

Can I "flag down" a taxicab as it moves down the street?

Hillsborough County Government Online - Public Transportatio...
This area is not generally considered a "flagging" taxicab market. Most taxicabs are either dispatched to a specific location or wait at the taxicab stands. It is not prohibited to "flag" a taxicab but, it is unusual.

I bought the XXXX kv system and it's way too fast! How do I "tone it down"?

Castle Creations | FAQ: Mamba and Mamba Max
Answer 1: Lowest timing advance, smallest pinion and largest spur gear, and experiment with punch control. Always do these three things FIRST. It's not a good thing to dial down the top throttle endpoint, especially when you can re-gear, or just go down in cell count. The batts, the ESC and the motor will all run hotter than normal in a system with turned down endpoints to slow it down. The ESC is thermally protected, but the batts and motor are NOT.

What is the Precautionary Principle?

Massachusetts Breast Cancer CoalitionMassachusetts Breast Ca...
The idea of precaution has been handed down to us in the form of maxims, such as "a stitch in time saves nine,” or "better safe than sorry," or "look before you leap.

Are you dumb?

Look At This...: October 2005
The Third Nipple. To help those people with additional nipples grow and function as productive members of society through knowledge, counseling, self-empowerment, and regular encouragement. Cousin Couples. The world's primary information and support network for and about romantic relationships among cousins. Survivor Toyland. Once upon a time, sixteen famous toys were selected to partake in a savage game of survival and cunning deep in the jungle. (via) The Ultra Rabbit.

What is the difference between braille slates with "pins up" and "pins down"?

APH: Frequently Asked Questions
When a slate is said to have "pins down" the pins which hold paper in place are in the front portion of the slate. This is the face of the slate through which the stylus is pressed downward against the paper. "Pins up" means that pins are on the back portion of the slate and point upward.

What are the principle health risks?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Ghana: Global Crossroad
We use the Center for Disease Control traveler's health recommendations (www.cdc.gov). Your travel doctor will be knowledgeable about current epidemics and should be consulted. The following vaccines may be recommended for your travel to Western Africa including Ghana . Discuss your travel plans and personal health with a health-care provider to determine which vaccines you will need. Hepatitis A or immune globulin (IG).

What is the principle of laparoscopic repair of hernia?

Laparoscopy Hospital - Frequently asked questions about lapa...
We can imagine a bathtub. When we put the rubber stopper at the outlet and fill it with water, the water pressure pushes the stopper in place and keeps it fixed there. The more the water, the firmer is the stopper. Now, if we were to put the stopper from the outside. Then the water pressure in the tub is going to push the stopper out as the pressure increases. This is Pascal's law. The same scenario can be imagined with placing a mesh on the hole where the hernia is.

What are the two principle forms of mats?

Album Tips frequently asked questions, mats, albums, inserts...
A peel and stick mat uses two sided tape to hold the mat to the insert. Some mats come with the tape already attached and you just peel the tape covering and use the sticky remains to mount it to the insert. Some mats come with the tape separate from the mat and you must attach it to the mat, pull the cover off the tape and then mount it to the insert. This form of mat is inserted into a base page from one of the sides, bottom or top.
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