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I am rarely influenced to click on an online advertisement. In fact, it is so rare, that I can say that ads are a wasted venture set before me. I simply ignore them. When I am captivated by some sort of advertisement, it is because of the cool visuals or funny punchline. I rarely remember the product or pursue any sort of inquiry or purchase. Perhaps I'm more influenced by combined audio/visual stimuli such as movies or TV ads, but internet ads simply don't affect me. But this evening I clicked on an ad that sent me to an IQ test page. Why did I do it? Haven't a clue. I guess I don't remember ever having taken one and thought it might be interesting to see what box "smart" people put me in.

Normally I hate such tests that form very generic results and summaries based on a very limited number of seemingly arbitrary or repetitious questions. Usually the results are severely lacking, and I'm left saying, "That simply isn't me!" But after finishing this advertisement riddled (all ignored) free test, I was extremely surprised with the results and figured I'd share them here. I hope I am not interested in the results because they seem favorable. I suppose it is possible that this test skews the results (or even randomizes them) to make everyone feel good about themselves so they come back, and show their friends the site with billions of paid advertisements. Thus the ads do their magic. But if the results are actually generated based on the content of my answers, then it's pretty cool, because I feel the results could have some truth. In fact, most of the summaries seem to describe me to a T. Kinda eerie, actually. Here's some of what was written so you can get to know me a little better:

Visual Mathematician - You have a strong ability to process visual-spatial and mathematical information. These skills combined with your strengths in logic are what make you a Visual Mathematician.

You're able to understand patterns visually and in numbers. That means your mind can create a mental picture for any problem. In addition to that skill, you possess an intelligence that allows you to apply math to that picture, too. That helps you manipulate multiple parts of the picture (or problem) to come up with a solution.

You have many skills that are critical to success and problem-solving. Your talents help you understand the "big picture," which is partly why people may turn to you for direction — especially in the workplace. You flourish in environments where tasks are clearly defined, and you are a whiz at improving processes and making things more efficient. Your ability to detect patterns and your skills in math and logic, make it natural for you to come up with ideas and theories that simplify processes for everyone.

Outside of work, Visual Mathematicians tend to do well at strategic activities like chess. It must be that ability to recognize patterns — both as they are and how they develop. Regardless of how you put your mind to use, you've got a great set of talents. You will be able to envision a clear path and calculate the risks, and more importantly, the rewards, of anything you take on.

You've got tons of strengths. It wouldn't surprise us if you:

• Can give practical application to abstract thought
• Can predict patterns
• Are resourceful & practical
• Envision the "big picture"

In addition to these descriptions that I feel fairly accurately describe me, there is a bunch of stuff about various scores and numbers. That was interesting as well, and supposedly I get to see how "smart" I am compared to other people, but I was more interested in the first part I copied here. I think it is interesting that the results combined Visual with Mathematician. I know very well that I am a visually-oriented creature. This is where some of my art abilities and emotions come into play. At the same time, I am fairly analytical and am always trying to figure things out, even when there isn't any point, or the subject is fictitious or nonvisual.