In the United States Senate, the selection of Committee Chairs and committee appointments are made by: The Senate President The Speaker The Majority Leader
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Statistics
In the following problem, check that it is appropriate to use the normal approximation to the binomial. Then use the normal distribution to estimate the requested probabilities. More than a decade ago, high levels of lead in the blood put 87% of children
asked by Leatha on March 11, 2015 -
American History
how does the foreign oil situation affect Americans today? Americans continue to rely heavily on foreign oil. The United States consumes about twenty million of the roughly eighty million barrels of oil consumed daily in the world, and three-fifths of that
asked by sue on July 21, 2016 -
American History
how does the foreign oil situation affect Americans today? Americans continue to rely heavily on foreign oil. The United States consumes about twenty million of the roughly eighty million barrels of oil consumed daily in the world, and three-fifths of that
asked by sue on July 21, 2016 -
American Gov't
These are the problems I had difficulty with out of 35! 1.)Which is true about the roles of lieutenant governor and vice president? =a)Both are always elected separately from the chief executive. b)Lieutenant governors have more power than the vice
asked by Ariel on August 3, 2010 -
SOCIAL STUDIES (CHECK answer) please
Which of the following statements can be inferred about the effect of the lousiania purcchase would have on the United States? A) because of the high cost is the purchase the US would struggle even more with public debt B) because of the treaty the French
asked by BatMen on October 19, 2016 -
US History
My dear Hoover, in these days of unrest and general dissatisfaction, it is absolutely impossible for a man in? your position to get a clear and impartial view of the general conditions of things in America today. But, of this fact I am very positive , that
asked by Anonymous on November 26, 2010 -
American Government
Hello all! Just would like to check some answers, I am fairly confident them, but you never know! 1.What is a legitimate government? a. one in which government leaders obtain and keep power by using force b. one that offers the fastest solution to a
asked by Jessica L. on September 11, 2016 -
histroy
I do not understand this paragraph about the fifth step to WWII..what is this paragraph saying...can someone summarize? "At first Peking and then Shanghai fell to the Japanese, the Chinese government appealed to the League of Nations. Sanctions would work
asked by peter on January 10, 2008 -
geography
which of the following statements is true of Singapore a. Singapore's government condemned u.s. military actions in Afghanistan. b. Singapore finally became self governing in 1965 c. Singapore is member of the federation of Malaysia d. Singapore is a major
asked by cali on January 21, 2014 -
Language
Which of the following statements best illustrates the social and political climate of the United States during the 1960s? a. The economy was strong and poverty in big cities was declining. b. The auto industry was faltering and it was difficult for trade
asked by Estephania on January 14, 2016 -
social studies
can someone help me please with these two questions. 1. The utopian communities in America before 1860 were handicapped because they a. were ultimately overcrowded b. were forced to compete with free enterprise c. outlawed by congress d. generally embraced
asked by bill on November 9, 2008 -
History
1.) Which answer best explains why the Oregon Territory was important to the United States? A.0It allowed for increased trade opportunities with Canada, Mexico, & Asia B.)It increased hunting & trapping opportunities for settlers from the east*** C.)It was
asked by #FreeGucci on February 24, 2016 -
Bio-20
Coral reefs are rock like ridges built naturally by tiny marine animals called corals. They have taken hundreds of years to form. Why are scientists and engineers building artificial reefs off the coast of France, Japan and the United States? A.To trap
asked by Robynn on November 19, 2007 -
Bio
As a scientist, you are assigned the task of finding out if the disappearance of a particular fish species from a lake in the Northwestern United States is due to acid rain resulting from industrial air pollution. Identify alternative hypotheses that could
asked by Anonymous on December 8, 2010 -
Math
The table below provides a frequency distribution for the winner of the Davis Cup during the period 1977-1994. Winner of Davis Cup Frequency United States 6 Germany 3 Czechoslovakia 1 Australia 3 France 1 Sweden 4 Which measure of center, the mean, the
asked by Anonymous on November 8, 2009 -
Bio
As a scientist, you are assigned the task of finding out if the disappearance of a particular fish species from a lake in the Northwestern United States is due to acid rain resulting from industrial air pollution. Identify alternative hypotheses that could
asked by luly on December 8, 2010 -
social studies,managnent
Group 1 will represent a major tobacco company like R. J. Reynolds or Philip Morris. . Topic that will be debated is: Should tobacco companies cease and desist all advertising in the United States? Each group should thoroughly research the issues, and come
asked by Irina on September 27, 2011 -
History
Which of the following was an effect of the Refugee Act of 1980? 1)Fewer international migrants were permitted entry. (maybe?) 2)Migration from Latin American countries soared. (maybe?) 3)Women became more likely than men to migrate. 4)Overall migration
asked by MK on June 13, 2016 -
SPORTS
What does these colleges have in common... Samford, Georgia, Marshall, Illinois State, Murray State, Cincinnati, UTC besides the same sports? Your question is unclear. Stanford and the others may all be higher education insitutions in the United States. I
asked by Cindy on January 30, 2007 -
english
Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. As a 3-time survivor I periodically check the ACS (American Cancer Society.) 1. http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_2X_What_are_the_risk_factors_for_breast_cancer_5.asp 2. There is actually
asked by SraJMcGin on May 22, 2007 -
Eglish/ grammar revise please
How can I make this sentence better? I am trying to paraphrase, but the last part of the sentence does not sound good. In the case of Yunis, the United States contended jurisdiction found in section 1203 of the Hostage Taking Statue and section 32 of the
asked by Christi on April 9, 2008 -
Social Studies
"If we intend to stay hands off to the powers of europe, then sooner or later we must keep to ourselves" What future US policy toward Latin America is suggested by this quotation from Theodore Roosevelt? I was thinking the answer would be: The united
asked by nope on May 2, 2017 -
American Gov.
in the case of schenck vs united states justice oliver wendell holmes jr wrote: "the most stringent protection of free speech would not protect a man in falsely shouting fire in a theatre and causing a panic." this is an example of what kind of rights? a.
asked by Mike on October 31, 2016 -
essay
Imagine that you are hosting a group of exchange students next term. You are responsible for welcoming the students to campus and acquainting the students with life on campus socially as well as academically. Develop a "Welcome Letter" for the visiting
asked by rose on September 21, 2012 -
History
which conclusion is best supported by the fact that the United States did not enter World War II until 1942 a. US leaders did not believe that the events of the war justified involvement until 1942 b. Germany had not been involved in the World War II until
asked by Hannah on September 13, 2017 -
Social Studies
What was one event that helped make the united states a world power? A. The country experienced the Great Depression. B. The country fought in World War I. C. The country signed the Peace of Paris D. The country fought in the French and Indian War.
asked by Helper on January 30, 2015 -
Managerial Econ
Mirk Labs is a British pharmaceutical company that currently enjoys a patent monopoly in Europe, Canada, and the United States on Zatab (pronounced zay-tab), an allergy medication. The global demand for Zatab is: Qd=15.0-0.2P Where Qd is annual quantity
asked by DaisyJ on August 27, 2009 -
Economics
Mirk Labs is a British pharmaceutical company that currently enjoys a patent monopoly in Europe, Canada, and the United States on Zatab (pronounced zay-tab), an allergy medication. The global demand for Zatab is: Qd=15.0-0.2P Where Qd is annual quantity
asked by DaisyJ on August 27, 2009 -
history/ just need someone to read this
describe the reconstruction period and how is happened and if it had any gains. i have to post this a paragraph at a time. sorry The Reconstruction Period refers to efforts made in the US between 1865 and 1877 to restructure the political, legal and
asked by krystal on May 25, 2011 -
Math
A nationwide survey showed that 65% of all children in the United States dislike eating vegetables. If 4 children are chosen at random, what is the probability that all 4 dislike eating vegetables? (Round your answer to the nearest percent.) The answer is
asked by Maya on May 27, 2016 -
History
12.)Why was it important for states like New Jersey to have a system that allowed for each state to have equal representation in the national government? A.)Because New Jersey did not want to compromise with slave states B.)Because New Jersey favored the
asked by YRN DJ on November 30, 2015 -
Life Since the 1950s
Spread of Independence Between 1945 and 1962, many nations in Asia and Africa achieved freedom from Western influence. After WWII, many Jews returned to Israel, their Jewish homeland. Palestinian Arabs resisted this “invasion.” In 1947, the United
asked by maria on August 15, 2011 -
English
You've been put in charge of planning a one-day departmental training seminar with Dr. Melanie Dobler as your speaker. You must make travel arragements for the speaker, reserve a company room large enough for the number of people attending, and requisition
asked by Jennifer on November 28, 2009 -
social studies.
1. What was a boomtown? a. towns that grew quickly near mining sites. ****** 2. The 1862 Homestead Act gave how many free acres of land to any settler who paid a filing fee and who lived on the land for 5 years? c. 160 ****** 3. The last Native American to
asked by cuz im cool. on June 17, 2016 -
Hamlet
This question is in regards to Hamlets to be or not be speech. Historians have noted that some of the most effective leaders in recent history, including some recent Presidents, have not been considered to be especially intelligent. They have made quick
asked by Emma on April 19, 2011 -
us history
Robert Fulton's steamboat design had which of these effects on American society? It slowed down the settlement of the Louisiana Territory It produced a rapid increase in immigration from Europe. It made the early industrialization of New England possible.
asked by Oscar on March 24, 2015 -
US History
Source: "Brutus" Letter XVI April 10, 1788, "John DeWitt" Letter III Nov. 5, 1787, Anti-federalists Papers They uniformly exercise all the powers granted to them, and ninety-nine in a hundred are for grasping at more. It is this passionate thirst for
asked by Anne on December 19, 2013 -
history
4. What does the author mean in saying that popular sovereignty "undermined the Missouri compromise”? It maintained the division of free and slave states. It expanded slavery to the Northern free states.
asked by susie on December 6, 2016 -
US Gov
The greatest source of presidential power is: a. the power to remove members of Congress from office for violating their oath of office. b. the power of referendum. c. politics and public opinion. d. the threat of a veto. e. the power to make political
asked by Brooke on November 18, 2011 -
Stats
Harley-Davidson motorcycles make up 14% of all the motorcycles registered in the United States. You plan to interview an SRS of 600 motorcycle owners. a.) What is the sampling distribution of the proportion of your sample who own Harley's? b.) How likely
asked by Manda on November 10, 2011 -
History
Why was Vietnam key to the US taming communism in Asia? a) None of these answers b) Vietnam and the US had strong economic ties that both countries allocated throughout other countries in Asia. c) Vietnam was a major supplier of rice into the United
asked by Rebecca on May 12, 2015 -
Math
the average employee in the united states works for about 248 days per year and receives abt 13 days of paid vacation. write the number of vacation days as a percent of the total number of days worked. round to the nearest 100th's of a percent.
asked by Vishal on November 13, 2014 -
HISTORY
4. The United States cut off sales of oil to Japan after the A. Japanese attack on Dutch Indonesia. B. Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. C. Japanese occupation of southern Indochina. D. Japanese occupation of Hong Kong. I chose the answer B. please can you
asked by Anonymous on March 31, 2016 -
Algebra 1
Can someone help me I really don't get this one The table shows the number of trolley buses in operation in the United States during certain years. Describe the rates of change in the number of buses during the time period. (Table) Year 1980 1985 1990 1995
asked by KATIE on November 1, 2013 -
Social STUDIES
the 15 amendment - ratified in 1870 prohibited states from using race or color as standards for determining the right vote the 19th amendment- ratified 1920 prohibited the states from using gender as a voting qualification the 23 amendment- ratified in
asked by Anonymous** on July 7, 2011 -
English
1. I have not made up my mind yet. 2. I have not decided yet. 3. I have not determined yet. 4. I have not made a decision yet. 5. I have not made a determination yet. (Are they all the same?)
asked by rfvv on March 18, 2011 -
English
Can you please help me rephrase this paragraph taken from Chapter 5 of Virginia Woolf's "To the Lighthouse"? 1) Mrs. Ramsay has James stand so she can measure a stocking she is knitting against his leg. 2) It is a stocking for the lighthouse keeper's
asked by Franco on April 22, 2010 -
PLEASE CHECK! ELA
Which word group is a complete sentence? A- Almost all the swimmers following the rules. B- Never had any interesting activities. C- After Chris finished chemistry experiment. D- Only two of the chairs matched the table. My guess is D.
asked by Skye on September 30, 2014 -
Cultural Diversity
Would someone please look over these questions and my answers? If I'm wrong, please let me know. 1. Which one of the following would be considered a sterotype? A. Pacific Coast Indians are drunks. B. Most Central and South American Hispanics have
asked by Rose on October 22, 2007 -
History -- PLEASE CHECK!
In the 1980s an alterative music form began developing in Washington State. This music, called grunge, combined elements of punk and heavy metal. Like most new bands, grunge bands started playing in small crowds and slowly became popular. Which of the
asked by Jasmine on May 13, 2014 -
English
1. Salt Lake City, Utah's capital and largest city, was founded in 1847. 2. Janice and Carla spent the day at the mall. 3. Standard time was adopted in the United States in 1884. 4. The geographic center of the United States is in Kansas. 5. The first
asked by ANONYMUS on June 12, 2016 -
geology
Can you answer this please? What kind of climate coincides with the old Cotton Belt in the United States? How would you characterize it? The U.S. Corn Belt coincides approximately with Dfa climate, which is assigned what name in the North American climate
asked by Tasha on February 8, 2009 -
Math
the jetstream is a strong wind current that flows across the united states. flying with the jetstream, a plane flew 3,000 miles in 5 hours. Against the same wind, the trip took 6 hours. Find the airspeed of the plane (the speed in still water). My answer:
asked by Jessica on November 23, 2016 -
MR SUE ASWER THIS GEOGRAPHY QUESTION!
In 1945, at the end of world was II Japan was in economic ruin. Today it rivals in the industrial strength of the united states. Arecent newspaper article compared the employment attitudes of north american and japaneese auto workers. The article suggested
asked by alyssa on February 15, 2008 -
sci
Would someone critique my hypothesis? question:Although most salamanders have four legs, the aquatic salamander shown below resembles an eel. It lacks hind limbs and has very tiny forelimbs. Propose a hypothesis to explain how limbless salamanders evolved
asked by Trish on March 1, 2008 -
Social Studies
"I shall never surrender or retreat. . .I can on you in the name of Liberty, of patriotism, and everything dear to the American character, to come to our aid, with all [speed]. . ." ---- William B. Travis How did this message and the events at the Alamo
asked by Juliana on November 16, 2016 -
Social Studies
"I shall never surrender or retreat. . .I can on you in the name of Liberty, of patriotism, and everything dear to the American character, to come to our aid, with all [speed]. . ." ---- William B. Travis How did this message and the events at the Alamo
asked by Juliana on November 16, 2016 -
history
how did the expedition of Lewis and Clark influence john Astor. Astor saw a way to make a profit building trading along the route. Astor provided Lewis and Clark's maps to trappers for a large profit. Astor believed he could raise money by providing guides
asked by blah on June 3, 2018 -
Social Studies
The United States experienced a recession which lasted for more than a year in the late 2000s. How did this recession most likely affect its trade partners Canada and Mexico? a. Their economies were not affected by this problem. b. They had some economic
asked by Anonymous on September 12, 2013 -
History
1) Why was George Washington cautious in all he did as the nation's first president? 1 - Laws he established as president were not reviewed by advisers, so there was no room for error. 2 - There was no vice president who could assume the role of president
asked by person on December 4, 2015 -
Modern World History
Can someone give me some ideas on what they think, your views might have been about the coming war of World War 1. Most people in Europe didn't want war, but were forced into it by their nationalistic and militaristic leaders and their enemies. Of course,
asked by Brandon on February 11, 2007 -
us equality essay edit
its a rough draft and obviously isnt the entire thing The United States has diagnosed itself as one unified nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. So cultivates the question- are the citizens of such an independent country truly free? The
asked by christine on February 11, 2014 -
Social Studies
Select two groups of Native American people from two different areas within the united states. The areas you can select from include North, West,Southwest, Plains, and East/Southeast. Explain how environmental factors influenced their home and food. So for
asked by Shalee ^~^ on October 5, 2015 -
eth/125
Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word research paper in which you identify the linguistic, political, social, economic, religious, and familial conventions or statuses of four Hispanic groups living in the United States. Your paper must address Mexican Americans,
asked by meka on April 30, 2011 -
Statistics
A random sample of 51 of the largest companies in the united states gave the following P/e ratios 11 35 19 13 15 21 40 18 60 72 9 20 29 53 16 26 21 14 21 27 10 12 47 14 33 14 18 17 20 19 13 25 23 27 5 16 8 49 44 20 27 8 19 12 31 67 51 26 19 18 32 Use a
asked by Anonymous on June 11, 2011 -
Statistics
A random sample of 51 of the largest companies in the united states gave the following P/e ratios 11 35 19 13 15 21 40 18 60 72 9 20 29 53 16 26 21 14 21 27 10 12 47 14 33 14 18 17 20 19 13 25 23 27 5 16 8 49 44 20 27 8 19 12 31 67 51 26 19 18 32 Use a
asked by Anonymous on June 11, 2011 -
statistics
A random sample of 51 of the largest companies in the united states gave the following P/e ratios 11 35 19 13 15 21 40 18 60 72 9 20 29 53 16 26 21 14 21 27 10 12 47 14 33 14 18 17 20 19 13 25 23 27 5 16 8 49 44 20 27 8 19 12 31 67 51 26 19 18 32 Use a
asked by Anonymous on June 11, 2011 -
statistics
A random sample of 51 of the largest companies in the united states gave the following P/e ratios 11 35 19 13 15 21 40 18 60 72 9 20 29 53 16 26 21 14 21 27 10 12 47 14 33 14 18 17 20 19 13 25 23 27 5 16 8 49 44 20 27 8 19 12 31 67 51 26 19 18 32 Use a
asked by Anonymous on June 11, 2011 -
Counting and Probability
There are 5 boys and 4 girls in my class. All of them are distinguishable. In how many ways can they be seated in a row of 9 chairs such that at least 2 boys are next to each other?
asked by Mr. Alexander on October 20, 2015 -
health
All of the following are true regarding smoking EXCEPT: - Smoking inhibits the T cells from working properly in the lungs - Smoking is viewed by many today as being socially unacceptable - Research shows that the nicotine patch is no no more effective than
asked by Melissa on November 19, 2008 -
English
Read the following selection from “Winter Mist” by Robert Palfrey Utter. Then, answer the questions that follow. I like pond skating best by moonlight. The hollow among the hills will always have a bit of mist about it, let the sky be clear as it may.
asked by Lanny on June 14, 2013 -
Social Studies
How do you think America would be different if the Monroe Doctrine was not proclaimed? If the Monroe Doctrine had not been proclaimed Europe would have continued to colonize Central and South America making the country under Europe rule instead of the
asked by Anonymous on May 14, 2014 -
english
ndicate whether a sentence is a run-on or correct. If the sentence is a run-on, correct it using your knowledge of coordination and subordination. 1. My mother is very politically conservative; she’s written in King George III for president in the last
asked by Amor on April 30, 2011 -
MATH - URGENT!!!
There are 5 boys and 4 girls in my class. In how many ways can they be seated in a row of 9 chairs such that at least 3 girls are all next to each other?
asked by Speedo on October 6, 2013 -
math
Last week we needed 30 chairs for the meeting. This week we need 200% of what number. I think the answer is 1.2
asked by pam on March 16, 2010 -
math
three students are to be seated in a row of 10 chairs. What is the probability that they will be seated in adjacent seats
asked by Anonymous on May 29, 2013 -
Counting and Probability
If 4 boys and 5 girls are seated in a row of 9 chairs, what is the probability that the 2 girls will sit next to each other?
asked by Anonymous on September 27, 2016 -
math
three students are to be seated in a row of 10 chairs. What is the probability that they will be seated in adjacent seats
asked by Anonymous on May 29, 2013 -
math
three students are to be seated in a row of 10 chairs. What is the probability that they will be seated in adjacent seats
asked by Anonymous on May 29, 2013 -
statistics
Government Data assign a single cause for each death that occurs in the United States. The data shoe that the probability is 0.27 that a randomly chosen death was due to heart disease, and 0.23 that is was due to cancer. What is the probability that the
asked by Alice on May 5, 2011 -
physics
Dependence on imported oil is the largest crisis. The United States alone consumes at least 25 percent of the worlds oil and about 70 percent of that is imported. Oil, coal, and natural gas together supply at least 85 percent of the world energy supply
asked by Anonymous on August 18, 2010 -
math
A classroom table is 1 meter wide and 1.75 meters long. How many 39 centimeter chairs can fit around the table?
asked by hailey on December 13, 2007 -
social science
Think about the war between the United States and Iraq. To what degree, if any, did political culture play a role in the decision to go to war, the public’s support of the war, and how public officials discussed the war? Looking at this example, reflect
asked by Julie on February 5, 2014 -
geography
The Alternative for the Americas agreement of the early 2000's is primarily aimed at A. creating a Latin American Union B. inviting foreign investment from Asia C. improving ties with the European Union D. excluding the United States from Latin America My
asked by Suzanne on July 11, 2014 -
Help SS
Which statement best explains the reasoning behind the 2003 Supreme Court decision that allowed a university to consider a applicants race? A.) The demographics of the United States education systems are rapidly changing B.) The increasing diversity in the
asked by Karkat on March 23, 2018 -
Science
In the United States, we are fortunate to have an abundant supply of food, and much of this is due to our agricultural technology. However, there are many concerns about our food source, including genetically modified crops, the use of more chemicals, and
asked by Libra on July 14, 2011 -
science
In the United States, we are fortunate to have an abundant supply of food, and much of this is due to our agricultural technology. However, there are many concerns about our food source, including genetically modified crops, the use of more chemicals, and
asked by Lisa on November 1, 2011 -
History
Can someone please check my history answers/questions? Thank you very much for your help! 1) How did the federal government use tariffs in the late 1800s to help the United States grow into an industrial power? A) to tax U.S. industry as a source of
asked by Abby on October 24, 2015 -
economics
Mirks labs is a British pharmaceutical company that currently enjoys a patent monopoly in Europe, Canada and the United States, on Zatab (pronounced zay-tab), an allergy medication. The global demand for Zatab is Qd = 15.0-0.2P Where Qd is annual quantity
asked by shelley on February 18, 2010 -
Hisrory
In Cooperative Federalism A. relations between the states and national government are characterized as hostile. B. there is a strict separation between the states and the national government. c. relations between the states and national government are
asked by LULU on June 28, 2015 -
math
A sunday school of 12 members is to be seated on seven chairs and a bench that accomodate five persons . In how many ways can the bench be occupied?
asked by rechel on December 7, 2016 -
Math
There will be 240 seats on the lawn for graduation. Show all the ways you can make equal rows of chairs if there are at least 5 rows.
asked by Daniel on December 25, 2016 -
Social Studies
1 - How does one person become a citizen? (Select 2) - a person is born in the United States - a person of foreign birth is granted citizenship after living in the U.S. for 5 years - a person of foreign birth successfully completes the naturalization
asked by Lulu on October 6, 2016 -
Economics
The nominal interest rate is 12 percent per year in Canada and 8 percent per year in the United States. Suppose that the real interest rates are equalized in the two countries and that purchasing-power parity holds. What can you infer about expected change
asked by Anonymous on October 4, 2011 -
7th grade math vocabulary
The number of ways 6 people can sit in 6 chairs is the number of________________.
asked by Nicole on March 9, 2009 -
ETH/125
I have to write a final over race and my community and I am having trouble with the introdutcion. The instructions say " Your thesis statement must address racial issues in your local community. Please make sure that you have a well-written introduction.
asked by Anonymous on August 27, 2010 -
World History
What was significant about the Battle of Dien Bien Phu? The battle proved that the North Vietnamese could defeat the US Army through guerilla warfare. The battle resulted in the withdrawal of the French military from Vietnam. The battle led the United
asked by Mason on January 30, 2018 -
history
1.What event led to the U.S. purchase of the Louisiana Territory? A)The burning of a U.S. Navy ship in the First Barbary War B)The U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Marbury vs. Madison C)The successful Haitian slave revolt **D)Napoleon losing money in his
asked by katrina on December 6, 2016 -
Science
True or False Louisiana's delta region accumulates sediment slower than it is subsiding. Most urban sewer systems in the United States were built in the late 1900's Sediment cores measured for containment levels have the highest levels of PCB's from the
asked by Suzi on May 15, 2007 -
World Geography
REVIEW 1.Where is the majority of Canada’s oil found? A. Along the Atlantic Coast B. Along the border with the United States C. In western Canada
asked by bre on April 5, 2013