Most people smile when they are frustrated, according to a study.
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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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As many as one third Americans flush the toilet while they are still on it.
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Dolly Dimples, a 555 lbs. woman, lost 443 lbs in one year by eating nothing but baby food.
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Americans did not commonly use forks until after the Civil War.
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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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People with light eye colors (like blue, green or grey) have a higher alcohol tolerance.
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A man is more likely to get a woman's phone number if he is accompanied by a dog.
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