Intelligence manifests in various ways beyond traditional academic measures. Sometimes these manifestations can seem unusual to onlookers, but there’s no denying the science that backs them up - genius is as genius does, and tests prove it.
Someone asked netizens, “What’s Something Considered To Be Dumb But Is Actually A Sign Of Intelligence?” and they didn’t hold back. From asking questions to self-doubt, the list is as entertaining as it is long. Enjoy this collection of our favorites.
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#21
Taking time on task or being slow.
People that work slowly often take the time to do things correctly and think through each step. People often confuse this with low intelligence or lack of effort.
People that work slowly often take the time to do things correctly and think through each step. People often confuse this with low intelligence or lack of effort.
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24points
#24
Waiting your turn before giving your piece. Also staying quiet and just listening to the conversation. I think some people assume that this means you don’t understand what’s going on but a lot of the time it’s the unintelligent ones yapping about stuff they don’t understand, especially whilst interrupting and speaking over someone. .
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17points
#25
Not following the news.
Most people consider following the news as something that makes them smart. Most news is just entertainment and doesn't impact your life in a way you can effect.
Most people consider following the news as something that makes them smart. Most news is just entertainment and doesn't impact your life in a way you can effect.
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17points
#26
Being a muscular dude at the gym, it requires a lot of discipline, conscientious work and knowledge to get large. Unless you abuse steroids.
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-14points
