How intelligent do you believe you are?

[steppewar]

My IQ is 115, which is higher than 83% of the UK population.

I do admit though that IQ is just one part of a measure of intelligence. For example, if you have an IQ of 150 but believe that 9/11 wasn't an inside job, then you are a thick cunt IMO.

Personally, when you add everything up, I know I am more intelligent than 95% of the UK population. Not very hard though is it, most people in the UK (and the world for that matter), are as thick as pig shit.

[chris]

Couldn't vote, there's no option for anyone who believes they are below average intelligence.

[xeon]

One clue for you.

If you always feel like a misfit of society and feel the people all around you are thick dorks, hey you might be above average intelligence...

[ownoiz]

I do admit though that IQ is just one part of a measure of intelligence. For example, if you have an IQ of 150 but believe that 9/11 wasn't an inside job, then you are a thick cunt IMO.


There it is, comment of the day http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:www.ls1tech.com/get/forums/images/smilies2/werd.gif

To expand further on the 'thick cunt' part, which i agree with BTW, it can also be attributed to a superiority complex coupled with inherent high levels of denial, which when summated, result in said subject being unable to accept that he/she isnt in complete control and doesnt know everything. Not that im an expert or anything.

BTW Anyone here do cheap crayola oblongatas?

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[mikey mikey]

New Poll: How modest do you think you are?

[ownoiz]

New Poll: How modest do you think you are?


At one end of the poll you would have 'as modest as Mohammed Ali'

At the other end, for those who keep quiet about all of their achievements, i dunno, lets see ... 'as modest as Evelyn De Rothschild' ?
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[mikey mikey]

At one end of the poll you would have 'as modest as Mohammed Ali'

At the other end, for those who keep quiet about all of their achievements, i dunno, lets see ... 'as modest as Evelyn De Rothschild' ?
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Have you ever noticed that the phrase "I am modest" contradicts itself?

[eddieb]

If a person is good at IQ tests it simply means that person is good at IQ tests. Nothing more. I have an IQ reading of 140 plus. I am mathematically minded and find IQ tests easy. But it also depends upon the mind of the person setting out the test. My wife had to sit an IQ test for a job she was applying for. She expressed doubt re her ability to do well. I sat her down in front of the computer and had her run through several tests. The first tests she did her scores were low. I then ran through them with her explaining what to look for and how to read the questions. She then ran through several other tests by herself and ended up scoring much higher than previous. She got the job.
As for filling in this survey, its spurious.

[mikey mikey]

As for filling in this survey, its spurious.

Yep. Cos how do thick people know they are thick? Thick people probably think they are awesome. And by thick I mean wilfuly ignorant with a dash of selfishness and arrogance to boot.

Couldn't vote, there's no option for anyone who believes they are below average intelligence.

That kinda says it all really.

[fairyelfdog]

I voted above 60 percent. I was probably being humble. Difficult habit to lose that, but it doesn't matter because I really believe it is not possible to measure intelligence and in our natural state we are all very intelligent but in completely different ways.

[reptilianshapeshifter]

I think i'm just average intelligence but there's no option to vote for that.

"0% to 10% of population" that option made no sense to me at all :D

I think the average person thinks they are just a bit above average intelligence.

[kitler]

Intelligence is as intelligence does. The smartest guy I know has an IQ of 10 and still won't believe me when I tell him the moon has gravity but you should see the houses he's built. Go figure :rolleyes:

[reptilianshapeshifter]

My IQ is 115, which is higher than 83% of the UK population.

I do admit though that IQ is just one part of a measure of intelligence. For example, if you have an IQ of 150 but believe that 9/11 wasn't an inside job, then you are a thick cunt IMO.

Personally, when you add everything up, I know I am more intelligent than 95% of the UK population. Not very hard though is it, most people in the UK (and the world for that matter), are as thick as pig shit.

By definition average intelligence is 100 IQ points but I think you will find most median of intelligent people have an iq around 115. Your score is absolutely nothing special and if you think you are in the top 5% of intelligence I think that's slightly optimistic :D (in terms of raw IQ at least)

[neutrino]

IQ tests mean absolutely nothing. I'm very bad at doing big math in my head so when an IQ test is full of Math questions I end up scoring low. IMO being good at Mathematics does not determine how intelligent a person is.
Maths should not be a defining factor in an IQ test.

[mikey mikey]

There is a theory (one of many) that there are at leats five differebt "tyoes" of intelligence and IQ is just one of them.

1. Naturalist Intelligence (“Nature Smart”)



Designates the human ability to discriminate among living things (plants, animals) as well as sensitivity to other features of the natural world (clouds, rock configurations). This ability was clearly of value in our evolutionary past as hunters, gatherers, and farmers; it continues to be central in such roles as botanist or chef. It is also speculated that much of our consumer society exploits the naturalist intelligences, which can be mobilized in the discrimination among cars, sneakers, kinds of makeup, and the like.



2. Musical Intelligence (“Musical Smart”)



Musical intelligence is the capacity to discern pitch, rhythm, timbre, and tone. This intelligence enables us to recognize, create, reproduce, and reflect on music, as demonstrated by composers, conductors, musicians, vocalist, and sensitive listeners. Interestingly, there is often an affective connection between music and the emotions; and mathematical and musical intelligences may share common thinking processes. Young adults with this kind of intelligence are usually singing or drumming to themselves. They are usually quite aware of sounds others may miss.





3. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence (Number/Reasoning Smart)



Logical-mathematical intelligence is the ability to calculate, quantify, consider propositions and hypotheses, and carry out complete mathematical operations. It enables us to perceive relationships and connections and to use abstract, symbolic thought; sequential reasoning skills; and inductive and deductive thinking patterns. Logical intelligence is usually well developed in mathematicians, scientists, and detectives. Young adults with lots of logical intelligence are interested in patterns, categories, and relationships. They are drawn to arithmetic problems, strategy games and experiments.



4. Existential Intelligence


Sensitivity and capacity to tackle deep questions about human existence, such as the meaning of life, why do we die, and how did we get here.



5. Interpersonal Intelligence (People Smart”)



Interpersonal intelligence is the ability to understand and interact effectively with others. It involves effective verbal and nonverbal communication, the ability to note distinctions among others, sensitivity to the moods and temperaments of others, and the ability to entertain multiple perspectives. Teachers, social workers, actors, and politicians all exhibit interpersonal intelligence. Young adults with this kind of intelligence are leaders among their peers, are good at communicating, and seem to understand others’ feelings and motives.



6. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence (“Body Smart”)



Bodily kinesthetic intelligence is the capacity to manipulate objects and use a variety of physical skills. This intelligence also involves a sense of timing and the perfection of skills through mind–body union. Athletes, dancers, surgeons, and craftspeople exhibit well-developed bodily kinesthetic intelligence.



7. Linguistic Intelligence (Word Smart)



Linguistic intelligence is the ability to think in words and to use language to express and appreciate complex meanings. Linguistic intelligence allows us to understand the order and meaning of words and to apply meta-linguistic skills to reflect on our use of language. Linguistic intelligence is the most widely shared human competence and is evident in poets, novelists, journalists, and effective public speakers. Young adults with this kind of intelligence enjoy writing, reading, telling stories or doing crossword puzzles.



8. Intra-personal Intelligence (Self Smart”)



Intra-personal intelligence is the capacity to understand oneself and one’s thoughts and feelings, and to use such knowledge in planning and directioning one’s life. Intra-personal intelligence involves not only an appreciation of the self, but also of the human condition. It is evident in psychologist, spiritual leaders, and philosophers. These young adults may be shy. They are very aware of their own feelings and are self-motivated.



9. Spatial Intelligence (“Picture Smart”)



Spatial intelligence is the ability to think in three dimensions. Core capacities include mental imagery, spatial reasoning, image manipulation, graphic and artistic skills, and an active imagination. Sailors, pilots, sculptors, painters, and architects all exhibit spatial intelligence. Young adults with this kind of intelligence may be fascinated with mazes or jigsaw puzzles, or spend free time drawing or daydreaming.



http://skyview.vansd.org/lschmidt/Projects/The%20Nine%20Types%20of%20Intelligence.htm

[chris]

I think the key word on this poll is "Believe" which is why so many people have selected 90%+

Dream on jackasses:D

[fairyelfdog]

Intelligence is as intelligence does. The smartest guy I know has an IQ of 10 and still won't believe me when I tell him the moon has gravity but you should see the houses he's built. Go figure :rolleyes:

Oooh, a savant? Autistic? Interesting people.

[wakeupworld]

Haven`t voted because I don`t know how intelligence should be defined.
Is there a test for awarenes? Now that I do find that more interesting.

[fairyelfdog]

IQ tests mean absolutely nothing. I'm very bad at doing big math in my head so when an IQ test is full of Math questions I end up scoring low. IMO being good at Mathematics does not determine how intelligent a person is.
Maths should not be a defining factor in an IQ test.

I agree wholeheartedly. I hate numbers. I can barely handle them. I've had former math teachers roll their eyes at me and speak clearly and slowly at me on several occasions. Whenever someone starts talking in numbers i just zone out... even if I try to hang on, most of the time it doesn't work. Maths is mental torture designed to keep us trapped in mind. In my mind at least. Though nines are pretty.

[chris_com283]

I think the key word on this poll is "Believe" which is why so many people have selected 90%+

Dream on jackasses:D
Well my parents have told me that when I was much younger I was the top 10% of the UK. Well I'm a bit lower now at about 115. Must me the fluoride pills my mother gave me.:o

[firstlook]

I think the key word on this poll is "Believe" which is why so many people have selected 90%+

Dream on jackasses:D

:D

[synergy777]

i voted 90%.

i am an aspie/hfa, and have scored from 136, 147, to 154 in iq tests.

aspies have been portrayed in the media, in films like good will hunting(my fave), beautiful mind (john forbes nash -voices, paranoia), rain man (kim peek - hfa), luzhin defence, pi, etc.

although i am pretty balanced now , eg left hemisphere-maths/logic, to right hemisphere-music, art, intuition/pre cog/esp.

there are drawbacks to being an aspie, eg paranoia, uneasy with social interaction, eye contact, trust issues. also hyperlexia, a version of dyslexia, eg i spell big words, but cannot spell short words correctly at times.

theres a thin line between genius and madness, that line is success, lol

[fairyelfdog]

i voted 90%.

i am an aspie/hfa, and have scored from 136, 147, to 154 in iq tests.

aspies have been portrayed in the media, in films like good will hunting(my fave), beautiful mind (john forbes nash -voices, paranoia), rain man (kim peek - hfa), luzhin defence, pi, etc.

although i am pretty balanced now , eg left hemisphere-maths/logic, to right hemisphere-music, art, intuition/pre cog/esp.

there are drawbacks to being an aspie, eg paranoia, uneasy with social interaction, eye contact, trust issues. also hyperlexia, a version of dyslexia, eg i spell big words, but cannot spell short words correctly at times.

theres a thin line between genius and madness, that line is success, lol

Good luck, Synergy! That sounds like a really interesting life with interesting challenges. Aspie people have always fascinated me. You know some people would say I have "schizoaffective disorder" but I think the whole diagnosis is stupid. One of the prerequisites is "magical thinking" apparently and that the "sick person" feels that unrelated things are connected... says everything really. Psychiatry is sick.

[devanshoom]

I have never had an IQ test...where do you go to get one?

[icarus]

independent thought is more important than intelligence anyday

these fascists have some of the most intelligent people in the world working on better ways to mass murder people

if that's intelligence then give me dumb every time

karma will get 'em

[franky000]

I think everyone is intelligent in their own way; most people are geared towards the logical left brain rather than the more intuitive, artistic right side. Current IQ quotas are based on the former with a total disregard of the more asbtract expressions of human nature. That is why soul-less robots are deemed a success and placed in high positions of power.

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[mikey mikey]

Yeah but my dad is bigger that your dad. :p

What a shitload of fuck.:rolleyes:

I think the key word on this poll is "Believe" which is why so many people have selected 90%+

Dream on jackasses

Most intelligent post on this thread. Thread over. Chris wins.

[kitler]

Oooh, a savant? Autistic? Interesting people.

:DLMAO:D No he's just never read a book or watched a documentary that wasn't about fishing for crabs. His understanding of physics and construction comes from years of practical experience whereas mine all comes from reading. I could win any scientific argument with him any day, but out of the two of us you'd be nuts if you relied on me over him to do pretty much anything.

This is why I hate intellectualism. It makes book readers think they are superior to the lumpenproles and creates educational and wage structures to reflect this falacy. Sometimes I think Pol Pot was on the right track