Why can't anyone consider my answer as the "Best answer"?
463832
sometime people choose the answer they want to hear. you may give the best advice but it not what they want.
965072
Of course not.  You have the right to state your opinion.  Anyway, who cares?  You are taking care of your business, right?  Remember, never argue with an idiot.  If he wants to argue with you, point out your avatar at the top of the page that says "best answerer."
1924
It's hard to pick the perfect answer, especially since some of the answers are subjective. For instance, if I asked someone for what they thought the BEST place to eat was, I can't really qualify that. So that would probably be left up to a vote and take a consensus. \n\nAs for picking answers myself, if there appears to be a lot of thought put into the answer and it includes sources, all the better. The questions that I've personally asked, thus far, usually there has been one answer that typifies this. Now, if I received several long responses that have merit, I would be inclined to let the users pick.
270519
Thats a strange question bubble.  Of course people are on here.  Are you just trying to see how many people are going to answer you?  If so, I have called your bluff and deserve to have my answer rated as best.
565408
I was JUST thinking about that!!! :)\n\nYes, but how would we decide what was best as an answerer?
505915
I get the impression that most people are not even aware that it is there.  As for getting your answer in first, there is no reason not to go back and modify your answer.  It will still be first.
955108
WHY WONT ANYONE ANSWER MY LAST QUESTION?
301236
Actually . . . they are smart . . . because I've notice . . . that more people vote for the top 5 answer and not the last 5 in a list of 15.\n\nOr at least the majority of the ones I've seen . . . \n\nThat is why I don't think the "No Best Answer" button will work properly.
592338
tired of not getting ten points for my answer when its always the best one. \n\nIts just a joke, I'm not ignorant.
582866
go into your answers account and then look at the questions you answered. if the person who asked the question said it was the best answer, then you'd get an e-mail. if it's not the best answer, then you really have no way of knowing whether or not the other person found it helpful.
491791
Its just completely random. They just pick any one's answer that is kinda standing out and make it go there.
645690
...Well...so...do I get the best answer?
657954
Present your knowledge--by awarding me the "best answer" is the Knowledge Representation.  Come on, do it now!!
869375
Yes\nYes\nAnd again I say YES!\n\nSo often I see what seems to be a heartfelt question but then it goes to a vote.  It doesn't make sense to me.  So often what gets chosen as Best Answer is anything but a Best Answer.\n\nHowever, some Askers have stated that they weren't allowed to pick a Best Answer.\n\nWhen I check a person's profile I will often cast a vote if I see there are questions In Voting.  I hope others will do the same for me.
553799
I haven't encountered that yet and I don't see why anyone would do that.  I love giving good answers and feeling like I might have actually helped someone, or made someone laugh, at least.  That's why I really try to think it through when I choose a best answer and give it to the most deserving person.\n\nInteresting topic to bring up though.  Have a great day! :-)
204669
First, it depends on the question.  If I am asking for opinion, such as favorite television show, anyone who gives me their opinion has given me a satisfactory answer.  In such a case I will almost always pick the opinion that most closely resembles my own as best answer, or I will put it up for a vote.  If I am asking for information, however, a satisfactory answer will usually be one that actually gives me information.  The most helpful answer will be awarded the best answer.  The trick is when I am asking for an informed opinion, much like you are asking here.  A satisfactory answer must have at least a little thought behind it in such a case.  Picking a best answer is not as easy, either.  Sometimes I pick an aswer that most closely resembles my opinion.  Sometimes I pick an answer that has given me the most to think about.  Sometimes I pick an answer solely on how much effort the person put into answering.\n\nI should also note that for most questions an occassional funny response is always acceptable.  An insulting answer, however, is never acceptable.  Sometimes a truly funny answer will win best answer, especially if no other answer stands out.  Some questions, too, are just asking for funny answers.  If I ask "Can Superman see through Lead Crystal?" for example, I am probably not going to accept, "Yes, it's glass," or "no, it's lead."  However, I would love an answer like "Why do you think I pay $1800 for my windows and find 30 year old paint?"\n\nWell, that's just a little insight  into how my mind works... :P
575093
I have to agree that it does take a thoughtful answer to score big on here...but it's not really about the point value for everyone. Some people are just here to use there anonymous screen name to be rude and have a laugh at someone elses expense. Some of us (like myself) put thought into their answers and offer some sincere advise to the asker. I am on level 6 and currently 21% of my answers have been picked as best.Don't get me wrong...I have answered some not so serious questions, and given appropriately not so serious answers to them...I have also found that I have a couple of times put too much thought into my answer because it was a "joke" question...though I didn't see the humor in it. TO each their own. We all have our purpose to serve here, so take the Not so genuine responders with a grain of salt. Enjoy the site...you will find in time that there will be certain members that you will hope to have answer your questions...Happy Q's & A's