Friday, June 22, 2007

Good News or Bad News?


Studies have shown that the oldest child in a family tends to have the highest IQ. (This passes for news? I could have told you that a long time ago.) Unfortunately the advantage is only a measly three points on average. Don't believe me? Here's the article from the New York Times. Use it to lord over your siblings--or to potty-train your new puppy.

(Above: Typical oldest child. Below: Typical youngest child)

6 comments:

Jessica said...

How lovely. I am the oldest child. And I can definitely use this info on my two YOUNGER brothers... *evil laughter*. Just kidding! They already know who the smart one is in the family...

J.K. McDoe
or J. Doe, whichever is more favorable.

Anonymous said...

I, too, could have told anyone that a long time ago. It's really fairly obvious if you ask me.

alexxis said...

i disagree. i'm the youngest in my family, but the smartest in my class. my older brother, however, is.... let's just say not.

ss chick said...

I think all older brothers are that way. "cough" of course not coun ting any guys who are going be anonomous.

Anonymous said...

weird taste.

Some Lost Melody said...

I agree with alexxis. I am also the younger one... xD