The Band-Aid was originally made for the inventor's wife, who often cut and burned herself while cooking.
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A typical full-time worker in the US with a four-year college degree earns about $50,000. This is 62% more than a worker with only a high-school diploma.
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In 1997, a survey reported that 12% of Americans think that Joan of Arc was Noah's wife.
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No piece of square dry paper can be folded more than 7 times in half!
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Sudbury Valley School allows students to do whatever they want; no curriculum, tests, homework, or even classes unless requested. 82% of students get accepted to college, as opposed to the 63% national public school average.
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Contrary to popular belief, hair does not grow back darker and thicker after it has been shaved.
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Over its lifetime, the average microwave requires more energy to display a digital clock than to heat food.
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On average, a disposable diaper can hold up to 7 pounds of liquid.
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