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ZIP Codes

The ZIP Code was instituted in 1963 and allows for electronic processing and delivery of mail. An envelope that does not include a ZIP Code in the delivery address must be manually sorted, which…

Getting Involved

Volunteer opportunities exist in virtually any form, and on levels ranging from national to local service. The Web is a great resource for locating opportunities in your area and in the type of…

Writing Well: Stamp of Approval

Stamp of ApprovalWriting WellLetter PerfectStamp of ApprovalPeople Who Like People: Social NotesLetters of Opinion Because personal letters express your own ideas, you generally have a far wider…

Postal Information

/**/ The U.S. Post Office predates the Constitution, and has helped keep the public informed and in touch ever since. "Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the…

QuickFacts FAQ

State and county Frequently Asked Questions What is QuickFacts? QuickFacts tables are summary profiles showing frequently requested data items from various Census Bureau programs. Profiles are…

Homework Helper Registration

Homework Helper Registration If you need help with your K-12 homework, help is just a few clicks away. This information helps us to answer your question, and to let you know when your…

State Abbreviations and Postal Codes Quiz

State abbreviations and postal codes are essential for sending mail and packages within the United States. The two-letter state abbreviations are used to identify each of the 50 states, while the…

Cardinal, Ordinal, and Nominal Numbers

Cardinal numbers, known as the “counting numbers,” indicate quantity. Ordinal numbers indicate the order or rank of things in a set (e.g., sixth in line; fourth place). Nominal numbers…

Congressional District Information

The Question: Who is the representative from our congressional district? The Answer: That's a difficult question for us to answer, because we don't know…

Social Security Numbers

The Question: What do social security numbers mean? What do the numbers tell you about someone? The Answer: A social security number has three…