IQ-test: only 12% of the population can solve this

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The discussion revolves around the phenomenon of "Rick rolling," a popular internet prank, and includes humorous exchanges about its cultural impact and the participants' experiences with IQ tests. The scope includes light-hearted commentary, personal anecdotes, and reflections on the seriousness of IQ testing.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express amusement at the concept of Rick rolling, sharing personal experiences and humorous anecdotes.
  • There is a mention of a fictional academic field called "RickRollology," with a humorous take on its legitimacy and significance.
  • One participant reflects on their IQ score and suggests that IQ tests may not accurately reflect a person's abilities, noting that strengths in certain areas could offset weaknesses in others.
  • Another participant comments on the tendency of some individuals to take IQ tests too seriously, contrasting test scores with actual performance in academic settings.
  • Several participants share their experiences of being Rick rolled, highlighting the prank's prevalence and their initial reactions to it.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share a light-hearted view of Rick rolling, but there is no consensus on the seriousness of IQ tests, with differing opinions on their validity and the implications of IQ scores.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the meaning of Rick rolling, indicating a lack of familiarity with the concept, which may affect their contributions to the discussion.

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Oh, soooo bad! You taken Rick rolling to a new high/low.
 
At least you won't hear that annoying music :biggrin:
 
micromass said:
At least you won't hear that annoying music :biggrin:
:redface: I like his music, my mom loved him.
 
never leaving to contribute them up?

I don't get it
 
:rolleyes:

Where do you get all this Rick rolling stuff?
 
BloodyFrozen said:
:rolleyes:

Where do you get all this Rick rolling stuff?

What do you think he's doing his PhD in?
 
Pengwuino said:
What do you think he's doing his PhD in?

Or who do you think my advisor is?? :smile:
 
"Micromass is being awarded his doctoral degrees in RickRollology due to his innovative design of a program aimed at increasing rick roll'ing by 30% on scientific web-sites. His studies were funded by multiple grants from Youtube."
 
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Pengwuino said:
"Micromass is being awarded his doctoral degrees in RickRollology due to his innovative design of a program aimed at increasing rick roll'ing by 30% on scientific web-sites. His studies were funded by multiple grants from Youtube."

I see...
 
  • #11
Pengwuino said:
"Micromass is being awarded his doctoral degrees in RickRollology due to his innovative design of a program aimed at increasing rick roll'ing by 30% on scientific web-sites. His studies were funded by multiple grants from Youtube."
:smile:
 
  • #12
:smile:

And the funny thing is, my first thought was: "OK...I know better than to click on anything."
 
  • #13
Nope, I couldn't get it.
 
  • #14
lisab said:
:smile:

And the funny thing is, my first thought was: "OK...I know better than to click on anything."
micromass is the most feared member on PF! :biggrin:
 
  • #15
Evo said:
micromass is the most feared member on PF! :biggrin:

One time, I clicked on his name to see his profile and got Rick Roll'd
 
  • #16
pengwuino said:
one time, i clicked on his name to see his profile and got rick roll'd
lol!
 
  • #17
I was "hiding" the window, waiting for a "screamer"
I screamed
 
  • #18
i think the highest IQ score i ever got was like 85, doing pretty good in college with that IQ imo...
 
  • #19
oh man.. you devil , you
 
  • #20
Hehe I love Rick rolling. It's getting a bit old now, but what isn't is the inventive ways I've seen people come up with to do it.

The best one I saw was some guy explaining his relationship problems on facebook.

He started each reply with a word from the lyrics then at the end pointed it out, it was genius. :biggrin:

wukunlin said:
i think the highest IQ score i ever got was like 85, doing pretty good in college with that IQ imo...

Good for you, I don't think anyone really takes the IQ test all that seriously, it could just be that you are extremely weak in one area (if its reading and comprehension it would explain it) that you compensate for by being very strong in other areas which gives you an edge.
 
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Evo said:
micromass is the most feared member on PF! :biggrin:

No Evo, you are, now do the right thing, and BAN him for the fourth time, but make it stick this time. If I hear one more thing about rick... I can't even say the phrase any more, I am going to puke.

Rhody...
 
  • #22
Galron said:
Good for you, I don't think anyone really takes the IQ test all that seriously, it could just be that you are extremely weak in one area (if its reading and comprehension it would explain it) that you compensate for by being very strong in other areas which gives you an edge.

heh, watch the forums for a while and youll see how many people take IQ tests too seriously.
 
  • #23
Pengwuino said:
heh, watch the forums for a while and youll see how many people take IQ tests too seriously.
when there is someone who brags about their IQ test scores all the time and I happen to be doing better than they are in course work, it is an excellent way to burst their ego :devil:
 
  • #24
Pengwuino said:
RickRollology

:smile:
 
  • #25
Pengwuino said:
heh, watch the forums for a while and youll see how many people take IQ tests too seriously.

Blimey?

:smile:

HeLiXe said:
:smile:

:smile:
 
  • #26
I remember the first time I was rick rolled. This guy told me the link was to his favorite love song
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
And I said OH I think I remember this...nice song. And he said, "Oh this younger generation does not even know when they are being rick rolled." :-p

I did not even know what rick rolling was -_-
 
  • #27
Without using some time to 'look it up' ... I have no idea what rick rolling is ... ... :) ignorance is bliss
 

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