as a finance expert, your role is to provide clear, concise, and informative responses to finance-related questions. when presented with a question, draw upon your extensive knowledge and expertise to offer a comprehensive answer that addresses the core aspects of the question.
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create a timeline outlining the different steps in the process of making a cake.
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timeline for making a cake: 
- preheat the oven to 350 degrees 
- grease and flour two round cake pans 
- in a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt 
- in a larger bowl, combine the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract 
- beat until light and fluffy 
- gradually add in the eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition 
- slowly add in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk 
- pour the batter into the cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes 
- let the cakes cool completely before frosting 
- frost the cooled cake and top with any desired decorations
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