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    • CommentAuthorallaya
    • CommentTimeAug 29th 2006
     

    I saw this on my Google page one day: The length of one's pinky is the strongest statistical predictor of intelligence.

    I've not been able to find anything about that on the web. What is the source, and why is this true?

    Allaya

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      CommentAuthorIllnab1024
    • CommentTimeAug 29th 2006 edited
     

    This is actually referenced to "Power vs. Force: The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior" by David Hawkins.

    Indirectly quoting: In certain studies done by MIT, it has been shown that generally, those with longer pinky fingers on the hand that they do not write with relative to the hand that they do write with has a higher Intelligence Quotient.

    I never looked into a hypothesis as to why this is true, but it may be attributed to certain links hardcoded into DNA.

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      CommentAuthorElixer
    • CommentTimeAug 30th 2006
     

    While we're on the subject? Any info about the pinkie as far as, reducing or increasing (in length) over evolution periods? Did the dinosaurs have 4 "fingers"?

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeAug 30th 2006
     

    You're correct. Most dinosaurs actually had three digits on their upper appendages, perhaps with a shortened "thumb" or internal bones that didn't protrude as a thumb does.

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      CommentAuthorFunnyman22
    • CommentTimeAug 30th 2006
     

    I actually did some research with a professor who was writing a dissertation on the progress of the pinky throughout all species since earth's formation. While I'm bound by a confidentiality agreement until the release of the paper, I can tell you that the findings are sure to astonish members of the archeological, anthropological, and palmistry communities.

    Look for the as-yet-unnamed final paper on Google Books in the coming year.

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      CommentAuthorElixer
    • CommentTimeAug 30th 2006
     
    Posted By: Funnyman22

    I actually did some research with a professor who was writing a dissertation on the progress of the pinky throughout all species since earth's formation. While I'm bound by a confidentiality agreement until the release of the paper, I can tell you that the findings are sure to astonish members of the archeological, anthropological, and palmistry communities.

    Look for the as-yet-unnamed final paper on Google Books in the coming year.

    Well, now. How you describe it. No author, no title, I'm sure it'll be extremely easy to find this one!

    • CommentAuthorallaya
    • CommentTimeAug 31st 2006
     

    Wow! I've honestly never noticed this before...they ARE different lengths! Eeeww...that's kind of creepy. :shocked: Thanks for the explanation!

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeSep 1st 2006
     

    I bet Athene has a cute pinky finger.

    • CommentAuthorcats.pal
    • CommentTimeSep 2nd 2006
     

    Wow... I'm out of luck.

    The pinky finger of the hand I write with is at least .5 cm longer than the one from the hand I don't write with.

    ...I hope that doesn't mean that lowers my IQ.

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      CommentAuthorIllnab1024
    • CommentTimeSep 2nd 2006
     

    Statistically speaking, yes. However, you might be one of the 15% to whom that rule does not apply.

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      CommentAuthorcadet
    • CommentTimeSep 5th 2006
     

    Well damn, I always complain about having midgity pinkies they are about 1 and 1/4 inch shorter than my index and ring fingers.... So, I'm going to have to dispute this fact just out of ego. My IQ has been clocked above 150. Now, I know that the IQ tests are not the be all and end all of intelligence, however, consider the fact that I am an accomplished french hornist in a travelling orchestra. Also, I have a PhD in Physics and am currently working on a second in Geography.

    Now you might say that I am an abnormal freak of nature, having short pinkies and an accomplished academic life. However, after reading this thread I decided to do an informal survey of my classes. I measured each student's pinky in relation to their index and ring finger and plotted those results against their grades in my classes. And it appears, in my limited study, that there is no correlation to grades and pinky length.

    Please voice your oppinions about this, however, I will remain a staunch opponent of this so called "fact."

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeSep 5th 2006
     

    Cadet, the fact is comparing one's pinky fingers to each other, not the other fingers on the hand. For instance, my left pinky is 1/4" longer than my right. My IQ is 140.

    -shrug-

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      CommentAuthorJoshuaU490
    • CommentTimeOct 2nd 2006
     

    It is amusing that after you were braging about how smart you are, you are proven wrong because you can't even read correctly. I'm sure your dominant pinky is huge.

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      CommentAuthorBigRig
    • CommentTimeOct 6th 2006
     
    I have been banned

    <blockquote><cite>Posted By: cats.pal</cite>Wow... I'm out of luck.

    The pinky finger of the hand I write with is at least .5 cm longer than the one from the hand I don't write with.

    ...I hope that doesn't mean that lowers my IQ.</blockquote>

    Guess what, fuckhead? Nobody cares!

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      CommentAuthorGeog
    • CommentTimeOct 6th 2006
     

    BigRig, seriously. You're as bad as the PC game which bears your name :rolling:

    But really, chill.

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      CommentAuthorBigRig
    • CommentTimeOct 6th 2006 edited
     
    I have been banned

    FuCK SHIT PISS! FuCK SHIT PISS! FuCK SHIT PISS! FuCK SHIT PISS! FuCK SHIT PISS!

    Big Rigs was gay! omfg waht a shitty game!!!!1!

    :unsmith: <--WHAT THE FUCK THIS GUY LOOKS LIKE ERIC BAUMAN LOL
    :smith: <-- SO DOES THIS GUY!!!!! FUCK!

    GO SUCK A DICK!

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeOct 7th 2006
     

    man, i wonder why he was banned

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      CommentAuthorGeog
    • CommentTimeOct 7th 2006
     

    yeah he seemed like such a polite and articulate guy

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      CommentAuthorMrFingers
    • CommentTimeOct 7th 2006
     

    shame really, I found him stimulating...

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    ...Like an anal probe with a violet wand...

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      CommentAuthorGeog
    • CommentTimeOct 8th 2006
     

    :shocked:

    That explains a lot.

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      CommentAuthorAthene
    • CommentTimeOct 8th 2006
     

    I think someone forgot to take his happy pills the day he got banned.

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      CommentAuthorIllnab1024
    • CommentTimeOct 9th 2006
     

    Lol...This guy has some issues that involve being to young to even articulate a constructive comment, and a psychological structure involving the fact that his mother never hugs him and that he could never find Waldo in a children's game.

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeOct 9th 2006
     

    I couldn't ever find Waldo either, you *%)(&%#(*^$# :cry:

    • CommentAuthorBlGRlG
    • CommentTimeOct 9th 2006
     
    I have been banned

    I FUNDO WALDO U DICKEWWEED

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      CommentAuthorIllnab1024
    • CommentTimeOct 12th 2006 edited
     
    He came back! Hooray!

    I am sorry for the confusion, but I meant Willy, as in Wooly Willy.

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    All things considered, I'd rather you guys didn't make those fake banned messages. I'll go in and filter it out if I have to, but it seems like asking would be an easier solution.

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeOct 12th 2006 edited
     

    I agree... it's distracting.

    That, and it's legat's site. :cool:

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      CommentAuthorJoshuaU490
    • CommentTimeOct 12th 2006
     

    cough*suck up*cough

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    Posted By: JoshuaU490

    cough*suck up*cough

    :angel:

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      CommentAuthorIllnab1024
    • CommentTimeOct 13th 2006
     

    There...now it is only a recolor...:rolleyes:

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      CommentAuthorGeog
    • CommentTimeOct 13th 2006
     

    Sorry...I just couldn't resist.

    • CommentAuthorleakingpen
    • CommentTimeOct 13th 2006
     

    <blockquote><cite>Posted By: Devil's Advocate</cite>...Like an anal probe with a violet wand...</blockquote>

    this reminds me, i need to find a decent violet wand. christmas gift for my gf. heh.

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      CommentAuthorJoshuaU490
    • CommentTimeOct 13th 2006 edited
     


    can we use regular html tags in here or only special ones?

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeOct 16th 2006
     

    I dunno

    • CommentAuthorFedor
    • CommentTimeDec 8th 2006
     

    Hey, what's up? I write with my right hand, and my right pinky is about 1/4" longer than my left. Also, my left pinky doesn't look exactly like my right. It somewhat reminds me of a smaller midget pinky that doesn't look quite like a finger, but more of an appendage. Nevertheless, my IQ I'm pretty sure is at least 140, and I was reminded many times I was gifted growing up. (I also think I'm pretty smart, but then again, who doesn't?).

    I've also discovered that my body is asymmetrical (the left side is just slightly more developed and larger than my right, which makes me question if the pinky finger is evolving to be a more integral part of the hand, or having a less important role.) I've also noticed that my right eye is somewhat less effective as my left, and I'm virtually 40% deaf in my right ear, but my left ear's hearing is astounding. I am 100% Chaldean (chances are you don't know what that is, look it up).

    Thanks for reading..

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      CommentAuthorTaed
    • CommentTimeDec 8th 2006
     

    Sounds like you're a mutant of some sort.

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      CommentAuthorcadet
    • CommentTimeDec 9th 2006
     

    The first x-men man perhaps? sad because that just makes it x-man....

    • CommentAuthorBridgeboy
    • CommentTimeDec 13th 2006
     

    I'm not sure by what method everyone is using to measure and compare their pinky finger lengths; but if I hold my hands side by side with my palms open and facing toward me and then I line up my joints and the wrinkles in my skin that form at each joint, my pinky fingers appear to be exactly the same length and symmetrical, as does the rest of my hand and fingers. I don’t know what my IQ is, but I’ve always ranked in the top 10% or 5% percent of my classes throughout my formal education and I graduated with honors from college with a bachelor’s degree. I’m not sure what, if anything, this information may mean but I just thought I’d add it to this thread.

    I also found this thread by Googling “pinky finger length intelligence” after reading the gullible info fact in which this thread was originally started. It is an interesting topic and I still wonder if it’s based on actual fact or clinical study, or not.
    :peace:

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      CommentAuthorUdoboy
    • CommentTimeDec 13th 2006
     

    Put your two hands so that the palms are facing you and the pinky fingers are next to each other. Line up the crease in the finger at the knuckle where it joins the palm. Then do the measurement.

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    Some immortal handsome Guy
    Gave me such tearful symmetry

    • CommentAuthorcheezpower
    • CommentTimeDec 17th 2006
     

    Hmm, but that wouldn't make sense. My left pinky is the exact same size as my right pinky. My IQ is between 160 and 170. 15% of the analysis proved otherwise? It was probably just a coincidence. You can make people believe anything with statistics, like "second hand smoke kills".

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