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So I've decided to make this a bit of a thing. I've been able to do it on a fairly regular weekly basis so far. I'm told my knowledge pool and google-fu are decent-ish, and I believe knowledge is best when shared. Silly questions get interesting answers, hyper technical questions get an attempt at answers, FAQs get a downvote, and sincere questions get sincere answers, and my upvote. Remember when all is said and done, I'm here to learn just as you are, and share what I find.
FAQ Shortlist:
* The average cruising airspeed velocity of an unladen European Swallow is roughly 11 meters per second, or 24.6 miles an hour. The African swallow is ~8.9 meters per second, or 20.1 miles per hour.
* 42.
* Sorry, I don't have my credit card available at the moment.
* "Why?" Why not?
* "Why not?" Because. Usually.
* "No really, why?" Because you learn a person's true nature through their curiosity.
* "How are you?" I'm alright. https://imgur.com/gallery/j9ALITD
* "What're you up to?" The obvious aside, working on fixing my teeth. Exposed nerves are no joke.
* "(Quote from a movie)." Not a question, but that's a good reference.
* "(Quote from a movie that's a question)." (Response in movie to quote. Usually.)
* "Favorite question?" Anything that makes people stop and think, in a good way.
FAQ Long List: https://pastebin.com/M3wD5QeZ
Question archives: https://pastebin.com/Pq3J7GKS
Bugguts1957
Bonus upvotes for answering the original question in my mind within your post. So next question what is valve lash set to in a 72 240Z?
Fifofu
Since increased heat leads to a decrease in cognitive function, what's the ideal ambient temperature for office work?
tankms
Who put the razz in razzmatazz
LaffertyDanie1
Do you know the muffin man?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Sure. He lives on Drury Ln.
EviLPaRaDiSe
Do fish ever get thirsty?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
In a sense. Breathing in air from a septic tank is still (barely) breathing in air.
Twrecks123
How many times must u use a reusable cup before it’s better than a single use bottle (please factor in ecological cost of washing)
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
The downside of single use bottles is not the trash, but the cost in polymer production and how it perpetuates air pollution.
MostlyDinosaurs
How will global shipping industry be affected now that gas prices are stagnating, despite inflation and then russian conflict?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
While gas prices are currently in a state of flux, I'm hesitant to say they are 'stagnating' just yet.
Hotsauceman
Favorite sex position!
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Not a question, unfortunately. And a bit personal, to be honest.
TheUnstoppableWampas
Why does the W boson act as the only force carrier that can change the nature of the other fundamental particles?
YourIceCreamMan
The earth is spinning at 1000mph. Why don't airliners fly against that spin and make an hours long trip much shorter?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
The speed is relative to the distance of the poles. That said...depends on the destination they're aiming for.
YourIceCreamMan
Incorrect.
jnoahj
If you had to pick a fictional superhero to defend you from a pissed off Superman who would it be and why?
chickenlipslouie
Can crows be pets?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
I would strongly advise consulting a crow expert before considering the possibility, but they can be trained. They can be a handful.
YourIceCreamMan
When a room fills up with a large number of people, why does the room get so loud when no one is shouting?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Sound reverberation, and one speaking just loud enough to be heard over the noise.
YourIceCreamMan
Nice try. That was a guess- right?
NOYLL
Have you ever drunk Bailey's from a shoe?
astrangehop
Well, I have.
CybrMeow
This again?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Yup.
SirBillington
Why are swans such assholes? I'll also accept the answer to geese but don't you dare think about shittalking loons!
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Pretty simple. Territorial, with the benefits of flight and a snake-like neck. Similar to a predator approaching one's children.
BornOnAMonday83
If water isn't wet but makes things wet and I wipe my wet hand on something making that thing wet am I now water and therefore not wet?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
No. Water and the sensation of being wet is sensory stimulation we've conditioned ourselves as being "wet", despite technical differences.
InsertUnimaginativeUsernameHere
What is the meaning of 42 to the question of life, the universe, and everything?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
3.
Mazzy94
What is your position on cereal production in former CIS nations?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Commonwealth of Independent States?
Mazzy94
Yes.
Mazzy94
I mean
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
I think it's concerning, I worry that slave labor is involved, but I don't have solid information as yet.
Ironbunny
Why are some of the smartest people we know responsible for some of the dumbest things we've ever witnessed?
StupidInternetPoints
Generally money, power, or promise of either/or.
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Depends on the context, but there is a well-intentioned but false overlap between intellect and wisdom. If you have examples...
Ironbunny
years ago my smartest friend's mother asked him to check if the garage light was on. he checked, and shouted back "I cant tell its too dark"
shotty814
Manhattan Project.
EndorForestSummerCamp83
Why are people from Holland called Dutch instead of Hollish?
OnePostCloserToAHappierLIfe
Due to 140 c. limit: https://www.etymonline.com/word/dutch
whywhywhydelilah
Because Holland isn’t a country. They’re from the Netherlands, so a better question would be why aren’t they called Netherish? /1
whywhywhydelilah
North Holland and South Holland are regions in the Netherlands. 2/2