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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provide instructions for boiling an egg.
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to boil an egg, start by filling a pot with cold water and adding the egg. bring the pot to a boil and set a timer for the desired level of doneness (e.g. 3 minutes for a soft cooked egg, 8 minutes for a hard-boiled egg). when done, turn the heat off and let the egg sit in the hot water for a few more minutes. lastly, remove the egg and run cold water over it to stop the cooking process.
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