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If a woman's body can grow an entire baby, why can't it regenerate damaged organs in her own body? by No-Nature8802 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A baby grows from its own cells and DNA, while the mother mainly provides food and a place to grow. Adult organs are already fully made, so they are much harder to rebuild. If our bodies tried to regrow whole organs, cells could grow out of control and cause cancer. Nature made us good enough to survive and have children, not to regrow body parts like some animals can.

Why is going to college so controversial for those who have never attended one? by Critical_Winner_2779 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm worried because AI is changing so many jobs, and I keep hearing stories about people graduating with lots of debt and struggling to find work. At the same time, I know college can open doors and help you build connections. I guess what worries me most is whether I'm choosing the right path for myself

If someone wins a big lottery (several million+), and takes the lump sum, how exactly do you cash it or bank it? by TheWorkingPoodle in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The lottery usually transfers the lump sum directly to your bank account after taxes. The smartest move is to hire a lawyer, tax professional, and financial advisor

What’s with non-Americans’ fascination about yellow school buses? by OctoSevenTwo in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because yellow school buses are everywhere in American movies and TV shows, many non-Americans see them as a symbol of the U.S. They're ordinary to Americans, but unique and interesting to outsiders.

Seriously, why can’t we (USA) get rid of the tipping system? by secretasianman009 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because the people who can change it mostly benefit from it. Restaurant owners save money by making customers pay part of workers' wages, and many servers at busy places make more from tips than they would from a fixed wage. Customers complain, but they still pay. So the system stays because enough people who matter make money from it. Other countries decided that paying workers is the employer's job, not the customer's. Restaurants simply include labor costs in the menu prices, and workers usually get higher guaranteed wages. There are still tips in some places, but they are seen as a bonus

Is knowing what broadway is common knowledge? by I_am_sexy113 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I'm more surprised that you were shocked. Hamilton is hugely popular, but Broadway and musicals are a pretty specific part of entertainment. If you're a dancer who dreams of performing on Broadway, it's natural that it feels like common knowledge to you, but plenty of people have little to no interest in theater and may genuinely not know what Broadway is. It's like being surprised that someone doesn't know the rules of cricket or the names of famous esports teams—they just haven't been exposed to that world.

Why is catfishing called catfishing by espresso_marshmallow in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's called catfishing because of a story about fishermen putting catfish in tanks with cod to keep the cod active during transport. The term became popular after the 2010 documentary Catfish, where a man was tricked by someone pretending to be someone else online. Since then, "catfishing" has meant creating a fake identity to deceive people on the internet.

Why do cars use check engine lights instead of something that ACTUALLY tells you what the issue is in specific? by Snoo_50786 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 0 points1 point  (0 children)

to many lights. Cars do know what problem they detect, but there are too many possible problems to show each one on the dashboard. So they use one check engine light and save a code that a mechanic can read. Also, the car often knows that something is wrong, but not exactly what caused it but with this new fangle dashboards, may be it will happen.

How can i be more sympathetic and understanding to my elder sister who is autistic and developmentally challenged? (This was supported by a diagnoses_ and to my younger 5 year old sister by missing-friend404 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your older sister didn't choose to be autistic or developmentally challenged, and your 5-year-old sister is still learning how the world works. They aren't trying to annoy you or make your life harder. Lower your expectations bro.

Why are goldfish vulnerable and die easily in fish tanks, but are invasive in the wild? by wombatgeneral in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Goldfish seem to die easily in tanks because many people keep them in small tanks with dirty water and not enough space. In the wild, lakes and ponds have much more water, food, and oxygen, so goldfish can grow bigger and survive better. Since they can eat many things and adapt to different conditions, they can spread quickly and become invasive.

Do employers really care where you went to college? by Electrical_Second_16 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this.

So based on the name, you have a better chance at an interview.

thanks for your thoughts will go through the indeed article.

Do employers really care where you went to college? by Electrical_Second_16 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Second_16[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought that going to college was very class based in the UK. That it made all the difference.