Why do people on here answer question?

Question

Is it for the points, to help people, to show off your knowledge, or something else?

Answer 1

I'm here first, to entertain, and be entertained, and second to help people. Then, somewhere in there, is the points, the bragging rights, and to generally be a thorn in the side of the trolls.

Answer 2

"Mostly, its ego and vanity. Some answer because of sense of making a positive difference in a few lives outside their own. By and large, everybody has relatively the same motivations.
Often, the sum total of the value of providing answers is simply furnishing this very large yahooanswers database with lots of very personal information that no one knows why or how it will be used."

Answer 3

I can't speak for anyone else, but I answer in the hopes that someone genuinely benefits from my opinions, feelings, and knowledge.

Answer 4

For me, it's a little of both; I'm confident in my intelligence, and I like sharing it (especially after seeing some of the truly dumb things people can say), but I assume the questions people ask are genuine, and I genuinely wish to help as best I can.

Answer 5

Some people answer only for the points.

For me, the points are relatively minor. I like to help people, AND I like to show off my insightful eloquence.

;-)

Answer 6

It makes me feel good to know that people appreciate my opinion. The points are just kind of a fun bonus.

Answer 7

To help people, to get points, and to do something to stay away from boredom.

Answer 8

It's good social interaction and it's also rewarding to have people "listen" to you. You feel like you are being taken seriously.

Answer 9

All of the above.

Answer 10

to help people l surpose.