Question: do you think it's sad that people here are worried more about getting 2 points then gaining knowledge? I started to fall for it, almost brain washing

Answer: I think about 1/3 of the people come one here for a legitimate reason....to gain knowledge about something they know thing about, need help in, etc.  I found this site by accident, trying to help my daughter find an answer regarding algebra (not my subject, just ask the teachers I had in high school).  Read all the info about how to get points so you can ask more questions if you so desire so I figured I would answer questions, etc. just in case she needed more help with something I can't answer.\n\nI saw some really stupid questions, and I had to laugh when I saw a lot of people giving dumb answers or just the typical "thanks for the 2 points" answers.  I don't even bother with them.  Yeah, I could get 2 easy points but like I said I don't bother with it.  It's kind of pointless.\n\nThis thing can be addicting as far as answer questions (good or stupid) and really wanting to help someone.
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