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Good question. The use of the apostrophe causes much confusion and the word "it" adds some complexity.

To answer your question first, "it's" is simply an abbreviation of "it is" while "its" implies possession.

Example (brackets used for explanation): "It's (it is) a fact that a kangaroo puts its (possession) young in a pouch"

"It" and other pronouns however are exceptions to a general grammatical rule regarding using an "s" to express possession.

The general grammar rule would be for singular possession, use 's.

Example (brackets used for explanation): "A kangaroo's (singular possession) pouch is for the protection of its (possession special case for it) young"

For multiple (plural) possession, you use s' to avoid confusion

Example (brackets used for explanation): "Kangaroos' (plural/multiple possession) pouches (plural/multiple) protect their (plural/multiple) young"

It's tricky but as mentioned, but possessive pronouns are the only exception to the rule about using an apostrophe to indicate possession. It's (it is) the reason we write "hers", "yours", "theirs", etc. instead of "her's", "yours' ", and so on.

Speaking is talking while bellowing is animal noise and can come in the form of a loud shout.

A contest is arranged by some sponsor, with agreed upon rules, so that somebody can defeat other contestants and win a prize of some kind. A good example is the American Idol TV program. You enter the contest and see if you can win. Competition is a more general phenomenon. For example, in the 1960's there was a competition between the US and the USSR to see who could land a man on the moon first; this was known as the Space Race. No organization sponsored this competition and no prize was awarded to the winner, it was just something that two different nations were trying to be the first to do. Scientific researchers compete to be the first to discover something; again, it is not a formal contest. When you have more than one job applicant, and only one is going to be hired, that is a form of competition although it is not a contest. Of course, a prospective employer could turn it into a contest if he or she wanted to. Whoever can most accurately estimate the number of jelly beans in this jar will be hired. That would be a contest (although it's probably not the best way to select an employee).

Though similar, a symposium usually has a large audience that is present to receive information on a particular subject. Most time, members of the audience also act as presenters. A colloquium is more like an informal meeting where experts gather to share information and ideas related to a broad field of study. The lead speaker usually changes from meeting to meeting.

One key difference is their linguistic roots: German belongs to the West Germanic language group, while Russian is a member of the East Slavic language group. This results in variations in vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation between the two languages.

Summarize provides a brief overview of the main points or key ideas of a topic, while describe gives a detailed account or portrayal of the characteristics, features, or qualities of something. In essence, summarizing captures the essence in a concise manner, while describing goes into more depth or detail.

Peninsulares are at top of society and came to Mexico from Spain. They held the most important government jobs, and made up the smallest number of the population. Criollos were the next highest in society. They were people of Spanish descent who were born in Mexico. They were prohibited from having the highest government posts. They eventually resented the fact that their opportunities were limited by the peninsularies.

Pidgin languages are simplified forms of communication that develop between speakers of different native languages, lacking consistent grammar and vocabulary rules. In contrast, standard languages are formalized, codified versions spoken in specific regions, often serving as the official language for government and education. Standard languages typically have grammar rules, syntax, and a larger vocabulary compared to pidgin languages.

In a sentence, the subject is the person or thing performing the action, while the object is the person or thing that the action is being performed upon. The subject typically appears at the beginning of a sentence, while the object follows the action verb.

A pure vowel is a single, unchanging sound produced without any movement of the tongue or mouth. A diphthong, on the other hand, is a combination of two vowel sounds within the same syllable, where the sound glides from one to another.

In general, the word 'home' can refer to a physical building that is a dwelling; it can also refer to the 'concept' of a dwelling place as a place that a family shares. Home is a warmer word, and the saying 'home is where the heart is' may explain the subtlety better than any other explanation. You can live in a house, but where your family is located, or where your 'heart' resides, is your home.

Spanish homes often have tile or stone floors, smaller windows with shutters, and central courtyards. American homes typically have larger windows, wooden floors, and open floor plans with living, dining, and kitchen areas connected. Additionally, Spanish homes may have flat roofs, while American homes usually have pitched roofs.

the difference between literal and fiigurative is:

literal: is TRUE (real meaning)

Figurative: is NON-LITERAL (not real)

figuratively ex.

1.if u comeuppance the person (which is not true!)

2. I'll cut my heart if you leave me!

(not really mean that he cut his heart if you leave him. he mean, that he will die if you leave him).

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"Mañana habit" refers to the tendency of delaying tasks or responsibilities, while "ninja kugon" is a concept in Filipino culture that refers to the ability to gracefully navigate through challenging situations or obstacles. The main difference is that mañana habit is about procrastination, while ninja kugon focuses on adaptability and resilience.

There are no real grammatical differences, only variant usages and spellings. Most so-called Americanisms in English are in fact old forms that have become obsolete in England.
Quite numerous. I'll cite a few: 1. SHALL has disappeared in Amer; 2. CAN has replaced MAY; 3. If I WERE you (because it's a Subjunctive, and NOT a Past Tense, although it is virtually identical to the Indicative Mood Tense), whereas the Americans use WAS.

The main difference lies in their nationality and cultural heritage. Dominican Latinos are from the Dominican Republic, while Puerto Rican Latinos are from Puerto Rico. While both groups share some cultural similarities due to their shared Latino heritage, they also have unique traditions, dialects, and customs that distinguish them from one another.

Induce is to cause an event to occur, usually to the self. An example would be after swallowing a poisonous chemical, inducing vomiting could be the best way in which to expel the poison. Produce is the an action that ends with a product. During physical exercise you produce sweat, but it is not inducing because it is an effect from the cause of beginning physical exercise.

Model-Driven Decision Support Systems (DSS) and Data-Driven Decision Support Systems are two different approaches used in decision support systems. Here's how they differ:

Model-Driven DSS:

Emphasis on Models: In a model-driven DSS, the focus is on mathematical or analytical models. These models represent the decision-making process and help in evaluating different scenarios. Assumptions and Rules: Model-driven DSS often rely on predefined rules and assumptions about the problem domain. These rules guide decision-making. Predictive: They are more predictive in nature, aiming to forecast outcomes based on the models and assumptions. Examples: Financial planning systems, supply chain optimization, and simulation-based decision support systems fall under this category. Data-Driven DSS:

Emphasis on Data: Data-driven DSS, as the name suggests, prioritize data. They collect and analyze large amounts of data to make informed decisions. Data Mining and Analytics: These systems often use data mining, machine learning, and analytics to discover patterns and insights in the data. Descriptive and Diagnostic: Data-driven DSS are more descriptive and diagnostic in nature. They provide insights into past and current data to inform decisions. Examples: Business intelligence systems, data warehouses, and dashboards are common examples of data-driven DSS. In summary, the main difference lies in their approach: model-driven DSS rely on predefined models and assumptions to make predictions about future scenarios, while data-driven DSS use large volumes of data and advanced analytics to provide insights into historical and current data, aiding in understanding the current state of affairs and making data-informed decisions. The choice between these two approaches depends on the specific needs and objectives of the decision support system.

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That process is known as synthesis, where you combine different pieces of information to create a cohesive whole.

High level languages allow much more abstraction than low level languages. This allows algorithms and functions to be written without requiring detailed knowledge of the hardware used in the computing platform.

Low level languages will require more involvement with the actual register and interrupt interfaces to the hardware. This can provide more control and efficiency for the program and can be good for applications which need high speed execution, but high level compilers are much better at optimizing for speed now.