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What does it mean?
Ali mocks the interviewer's intelligence, suggesting a lower IQ would make the interview more enjoyable.
In plain terms
Your questions are dumb and make me uncomfortable.
What can you take from it?
Use humor to deflect unwanted or poor questions.

Where it applies

  • media interviews
  • awkward questions
  • public appearances

Putting it to work

  • use wit to deflect
  • challenge bad questions
  • stay sharp

Questions to consider

  • How do you respond to stupid questions?
  • Is wit always appropriate?

Another view

Insulting others can damage your reputation.

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