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However, the blade pitch depends on the location where it is measured, because its edges are not parallel. Additionally, if the blade is positioned higher or lower relative to the boat, the pitch changes. This raises two questions:
1. **At what point on the blade should pitch be measured?**
2. **At what height should the blade be positioned to accurately represent the pitch during rowing?**
Rowing Science: Measuring Blade Pitch Reliably
Valery Kleshnev
Never explain: your friends don’t require it, and your enemies won’t believe you, anyway.
Never Explain. Your Friends Don’t Require It, and Your Enemies Won’t Believe You, Anyway
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A recent study by Vlad Chituc, a doctoral student in psychology at Yale, found that people tend to dislike vegans because they give the impression of thinking that they are morally superior. Vegans can defuse this reaction, however, if they say they are avoiding animal products for health reasons rather than ethical ones. So next time the subject comes up with a new acquaintance, try emphasizing this aspect of your diet, at least to begin with.
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