Unit pricing makes comparing products—from one brand to the next or between different sizes—more like comparing apples to apples, so it's easier to see which item really saves you the most money.

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).

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Even though researchers disagree on its effectiveness for lower back pain, they consider transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) safe with a low risk of complications. Learn where to place ...

Unit of account is the thing that measures the value of goods and services. It’s an essential function for something to be [or become?] money. In simple terms, it is a standard measure of value, a ...

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A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit is a device that sends small electrical currents to targeted body parts. These currents are used to relieve pain. Some TENS units are designed ...

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Over the past five years, the Combat Readiness Center has noticed a marked increase in the number of incidents occurring during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year. Cumulatively, these incidents ...