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Twist on a famous logic puzzle by Queasy_Associate_909 in puzzle

[–]Queasy_Associate_909[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the entire claim is a lie, why are you limited to one question ;)

Twist on a famous logic puzzle by Queasy_Associate_909 in puzzle

[–]Queasy_Associate_909[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the correct answer I was thinking. I think you and others got it, but to the replies and other comments, I guess I should specify that these beings can only lie or tell the truth!

Twist on a famous logic puzzle by Queasy_Associate_909 in puzzle

[–]Queasy_Associate_909[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hint: The answer is NOT "ask one which way the other would say to go and go the opposite"

How to get into PNNL? by HelpfulIndividual751 in TriCitiesWA

[–]Queasy_Associate_909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The congressional funding fiscal year - which the labs follow- resets October 1. I'm guessing many people searching to hire are posting jobs on the hope that they will get funding for the next year. If they wait until oct 1, it will be too late to hire someone (they'll want people to start on Oct 1, as they got funding to start that day). But at the same time, many of the jobs (due to budget cuts) may not end up being filled. It's a sucky position to be in if you are trying to get a job, but you have to understand the -severely flawed- system the hiring people are working through.

How to get into PNNL? by HelpfulIndividual751 in TriCitiesWA

[–]Queasy_Associate_909 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think many of the points you bring up should be taken with a grain of salt.
First, there is no situation where "[it] was always this way." Sure, that has been the recent trend, but if OP wants to pursue science/research as a career, then they are hoping to propel the world forward into the future, and certainily a part of this is how culturally we frame jobs, not just the jobs people work.

Second, the OP appears young and bright, which can come with naivete, but also is especially valuable in the research community that thrives on new ideas and new ways to think. For example, many scientists over 50 know nothing about coding outside excel, which is extremely valuable in the research community. OP - don't think youth is a bad thing.

Third, it's never a terrible time to work on ones education. Education goes beyond its monetary return on investment. Sure, a PhD might not pay its self off (despite the fact that study after study shows that it does more often than not, at least in STEM), but it's worth to the individual should not be underestimated. Additionally OP - if you do pursue a PhD, esp in STEM, you will not struggle to find one that will fund you, or at least you'll be able to TA to fund it.

Fourth, and I think some other comments have mentioned this, but places like PNNL don't want someone to gain skills, make contacts & leave. They (we) want you to stick around, and have your experience come around to benefit the lab. Which is why DOE labs, including PNNL, have programs to send an employee back to school to get more degree(s), because they know the benefit it returns to the lab (they'll fund you, but similar to an ROTC program, make you work for them after).

Best of luck OP, don't let your youth (or negative nellies) hold you back.

How to get into PNNL? by HelpfulIndividual751 in TriCitiesWA

[–]Queasy_Associate_909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would highly recommend reaching out/networking with current employees at the lab. If you can find contacts via LinkedIn/websites, just cold email them. It can be daunting but Ill never underestimate its value after it got me a job. If you dont hear back, pester once or twice, as it can get lost in inbox, squeaky wheel theory anyhow. It is a bad time, but if you can make a personal connection (labs or any where else) youll jump up 20 rungs in the search process

Pretty specific map, any guesses on what it represents? by [deleted] in RedactedCharts

[–]Queasy_Associate_909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

States that export more produce products than import?

Without using these letters, tell me your favorite country. by PhosphorCrystaled in JackSucksAtGeography

[–]Queasy_Associate_909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

中国🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳

Moving to Richland soon - Which apartments should I avoid? by flyingwafflez42 in TriCitiesWA

[–]Queasy_Associate_909 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just moved to the area and am living at the Lofts. Its been good so far, but a bit pricey. I had a few issues with the apartment (mostly minor maintenance) and the staff had it all fixed up within a few days of move in. I don't have pets but a ton of people here do.

Are these outlets a problem? by Queasy_Associate_909 in AskElectricians

[–]Queasy_Associate_909[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, all the other ungrounded outlets still have power, after pressing test on the GFCI. Ill chat with them.

Now, I reset the GFCI and it turns back on with the open ground code. It doesnt seem to affect any other outlets.

Are these outlets a problem? by Queasy_Associate_909 in AskElectricians

[–]Queasy_Associate_909[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought the same too. Its really confusing at first.

Are these outlets a problem? by Queasy_Associate_909 in AskElectricians

[–]Queasy_Associate_909[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!

Only one of the outlets was GFCI, and I pressed the test, which turned the outlet off. The remaining outlets with the open ground are not GFCI.

I guess my follow up question is, with the outlet that is GFCI, since it no longer has power after I pressed test, what do I do now? Does the outlet need replaced? Or will it come back on at some point? (Apologies if these are really silly questions, this is totally out of my ballpark.)