Why do people on here answer questions with questions?
358783
I can ask you a question in my answer if I want, okay?  Why are you such an ignorant idiot?
960899
People don't answer questions on here properly because they are usually too lazy to form a proper sentence and really think about the answer to a question.\nThey just want the quick two points.\nIt's extremely annoying but on the upside for every five bad answers you usually get a really good informative and well thought out answer.
806131
Some people use yahoo answers like a chat room where they are only soliciting opinions rather than hard facts.\n\nAdditionally, even though most questions can be answered by google, many people enjoy the repartee and comradery that is artificially created via the YA medium.
250300
I think a lot of people want to answer questions that no one is asking them.  So they create "questions" that allow them to express themselves.
416214
Because you can easily answer a question like this with a simple sentance, or even one or two words. But if I ask you something serious you might have to write a paragraph or do some other research. Plus, anyone can give advice or answer a serious joke, if you asking questions about how to set up your TV or a question about history, maybe only a few people actually know the answer. \n\nAnother thing is, after looking at most of the questions on here, I have to assume that 95% of the users on here are pre-teen girls looking for dating advice.
210368
Because getting your questions answered and helping people with their questions is rewarding and addicting in a way. It is alot healthier than a lot of the other things that people can get addicted to! Its a lot of fun as well.
700357
Answered questions on here...
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I answer as many questions as I can thoughtfully, cogently, and with the goal of helping the asker resolve the problem or question, and/or with the goal of pointing out to them that there are flaws in their reasoning.  This is my 235th answer, and none of them have been silly or to "get points."  However, I see quite a few silly questions out there.  I think that it's perhaps because each of us is here participating in Y! Answers for different reasons--some merely for entertainment, and others so that they can have the opportunity to interact with others.
990338
why did you ask a question and then answer it?
150955
I like to answer questions, but many of the answers people give are highly questionable! Especially those that are seeking to get their two points by writing something stupid like 'x' or 'don't know' or 'haha'. Or those that write huge volumes of material and quote wikipedia as their source. Very few people seem to write anything which is their own material; they merely copy it from internet sites. I believe that is not in the true spirit of Yahoo Answers. So would people please think of their own answers!
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No, because you have question and we have answers... they may be some really stupid answer for people who just want points, or just sincere answers for people that want to help others... no matter how anonymous it may be...
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Actually, I don't sit around all day and answer questions - many times I review what has been answered and I try to find questions that I might want to have answered.  It really depends upon how one uses this forum - it could be quite an educational tool.\nThere are all kinds of people responding to questions and I've seen some professionals give their advice freely so there is a chance for almost every aspect here.
702139
I answer questions that I feel I can contribute something to. For stuff where there is a "right" answer, I only bother if I truly know what the answer is. For stuff where there is no real "right" answer (like opinion questions or recommendations), I typically only respond if it's issues I care about or stuff I'm passionate about (like recommending songs from my favorite bands). I'm also a stickler for "help me with identifying this song" and "what are the lyrics" questions because they're really easy most of the time (easy points!).\n\nStuff that I give thumbs up and thumbs down to is purely based on whether or not it's helpful to the asker. If someone asks a question that could be considered "stupid" and people just rag on them, I'll give them a thumbs down. Everyone has "stupid" questions that still need answers. Instead of wasting time mocking people and not taking them seriously, I like to offer the answers they seek (hence Yahoo! Answers, not Yahoo! Dumb Questions Not Allowed). If someone gives a "correct" answer, or something helpful, or insight of some sort, I give them a thumbs up for helping.\n\nThe only time I report people is when their harassment goes too far. Calling people inappropriate names or making threats - these are unacceptable. More often than not, they violate the terms of service, which I also believe is cause for reporting.
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I prefer to answer them because it makes me feel like I am helping someone who is really in need of advice. I generally only answer questions that I know the answers to,and try to be polite and helpful. It makes me happy and I feel good about myself at the end of the day! :)
1061347
Apparently so. I have never understood the attraction of putting meaningless answers just to get points. When I answer it has to have a point, such as to help someone, or because their question is interesting.
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Why are people always looking for answers to unanswered questions?
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Why are you asking for questions? Aren't you supposed to pose a question?\n\nmoney\nsupply\ndemand