While I have known for a long time that Broomie’s observation is unquestionably true, I never use it to deride half the human species.
But I have used it countless times to save my life while driving. Watching for some random person to do something stupid on the highway is just part of defensive driving.
(Besides, it’s not how smart you are or aren’t; it’s how well you use what you have. Carter and Nixon were two of our smartest presidents and look what good it did them.)
90% of the people behind the wheel believe they’re “better than average” drivers…
Me, I figure I’m NOT a very good driver, so I’m always extra careful. Which is more than I can say for most people. Which means I’m a better-than-average driver…
Sisyphos almost 14 years ago
That’s okay, Irwin. You’re excused for cause.
margueritem almost 14 years ago
There, there, Irwin..you have every right to be confused.
Llewellenbruce almost 14 years ago
I don’t get it either.
Yukoner almost 14 years ago
Two very smart people.
MontanaLady almost 14 years ago
Don’t worry llew I don’t get it either!
Rakkav almost 14 years ago
Which may only prove that most people are about average at taking IQ tests…
ejcapulet almost 14 years ago
Considering what a perceptive statement that is, she might just be one of the smart ones!
Destiny23 almost 14 years ago
No Broomie, you don’t get it either – that’s not how averages work. You’re thinking of median.
pschearer Premium Member almost 14 years ago
While I have known for a long time that Broomie’s observation is unquestionably true, I never use it to deride half the human species.
But I have used it countless times to save my life while driving. Watching for some random person to do something stupid on the highway is just part of defensive driving.
(Besides, it’s not how smart you are or aren’t; it’s how well you use what you have. Carter and Nixon were two of our smartest presidents and look what good it did them.)
fritzoid Premium Member almost 14 years ago
90% of the people behind the wheel believe they’re “better than average” drivers…
Me, I figure I’m NOT a very good driver, so I’m always extra careful. Which is more than I can say for most people. Which means I’m a better-than-average driver…
Sherlock Watson almost 14 years ago
A new study shows that 38% of all statistics are wrong.
tirnaaisling almost 14 years ago
Confusion comes with the territory Irwin, don’t fret it :)
Yukoner almost 14 years ago
SherlockWatson did you know that 64% of all statistics are made up on the spot?
JP Steve Premium Member almost 14 years ago
I heard it was 72%, Yukoner.
sweetsong1970 almost 14 years ago
Does that one out of every two people include politicians?