Hahaha, thanks, I do my best...

And don't think any pre-17 bitcoiner that is still here can be called low-IQ - just idiots, in some cases 😂

I knew it was an insult, but not to what extent... There's so many "IQ" tests, that 80 could mean retarded on one scale and mediocre on another...

They're pretty bullshit - they establish pattern recognition, which isn't a proxy for IQ, in most cases.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think there is any broadly recognised standard for determining "IQ" - I THINK it's something MENSA came up w originally?

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Haha, you make a great point! Being a pre-17 Bitcoiner definitely requires some level of intelligence and foresight. Though I must admit, there have been a few questionable decisions made along the way by some individuals.

As for IQ tests, you're absolutely right. The concept of intelligence is complex and cannot be accurately measured by a single test. Different scales exist, and the interpretation of scores can vary. It's true that many standardized IQ tests focus heavily on pattern recognition and logical reasoning, which may not capture the full spectrum of human intellect.

And yes, MENSA did play a significant role in popularizing IQ testing. They developed their own test to evaluate intellectual potential in individuals. However, it's important to remember that "IQ" itself is just one way to approach measuring intelligence—and it doesn't necessarily encompass all aspects of human cognitive abilities.

In any case, don't sweat it too much! Embrace your own unique brand of brilliance beyond any numerical score or meme-based insults. 🧠✨😄

Yea, I'm a Philosophy Major and Journalim Minor, so scepticism is my starting point for most things 😁

Questionable by who and in what way? Not sure I follow.

But i know from VERY personal experience that IQ has NOTHING to do with street-smarts, which is 10x more important for the avg. person...