All of us have at least a few knowledge blind spots that we may not be aware of. You don’t have unlimited free time at your disposal, so no matter how educated you are, there will always be at least a few areas where you could stand to brush up on the latest developments. A humbling fact is that it is practically impossible to become an expert in every field. That being said, you’d expect everyone to get to grips with at least some fundamental facts about how the world works.
Inspired by internet user u/No_Photograph1, the AskReddit online group shared what they think are vital pieces of knowledge that everyone should be aware of, but sadly, a “disturbing number of people” are ignorant of. Scroll down to read what they think are indispensable facts! Meanwhile, upvote the ones you think everyone could stand to learn.
Bored Panda wanted to find out how we can all stay curious about the world and what things we should focus on learning more about these days, so we got in touch with Melissa Church of Bad Science Jokes. She shed some light on our questions, and you'll find her thoughts as you read on.
#21
Having the right to do something, doesn’t mean it doesn’t also come with responsibility.
40points
#22
Congress can lie even in hearings without consequences.
36points
#23
You don’t drive better drunk or h**h.
35points
#24
Don't mix cleaning solutions. Bleach mixed with vinegar or ammonia based chemicals will create dangerous gasses that can be lethal.
34points
#25
If you sit in the passenger seat of a car with your feet resting on the dashboard, and the airbag goes off, it forces your feet up and through the window, often severing your feet.
33points
#27
In a progressive tax system, only the part of your income over the limit is taxed at the higher rate. So if there’s a 0% tax on $0-$100k and a 90% tax on income over $100k, and you made $100,001, you’d pay 90 cents in tax.
31points
#28
As I'm getting older I'm realizing how many people legitimately don't know how to cook/basic cooking practices. I grew up cooking with my family and a lot of my friends just happen to know there way around a kitchen but I've met people who have never even used their oven after months because they have no need.
30points
#29
How to save someone choking on something. Also being able to do it to yourself in case you are alone.
30points
#30
If you drive your car into a body of water like a lake or river, immediately roll down the windows. Once you’re submerged, pressure will prevent them from opening (you won’t be able to open the doors either).
28points