Awarding people money for doing well in IQ tests causes them to score better, $10 increased people's score by an average of more than 20 IQ points. IQ tests don’t just measure intelligence - they also measure effort.
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Someone on Earth reports seeing a UFO every three minutes.
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Girls have more tastebuds than boys.
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The offspring of two sets of identical twins are legally cousins but genetically siblings.
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According to the American Society for Microbiology, 90% of women and 75% of men wash their hands after using a public restroom.
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Most people smile when they are frustrated, according to a study.
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People who are more likeable and attractive are generally perceived as more intelligent. This is called the “Halo Effect.”
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