2006-08-18 07:55:14 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
Because sometimes it is better to answer a question with another question, don't you think? It makes the person think on their own. Another thing, you don't have to specify some not all. When you say some, that automatically implies not all.
2006-08-18 08:26:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Yes, frequently I answer a question with a question. Examples are: Why are all ___________ so stupid? to which I reply "What makes you think they are?" or "Why all all Mexicans fat?" to which I reply "Please cite the source of your information." Sometimes we get the "If..." questions, and I may reply they are not, so why ask?
If you are going to make a claim here, give some proof of your claim, or I will ask a question about it. Simple as that.
2006-08-18 15:11:56 · answer #2 · answered by oklatom 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Some questions out there leave me with questions and not answers because the writer left out pertinent information. I've answered with a question before.
2006-08-18 15:07:40 · answer #3 · answered by Carol R 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Because it's easier to lose five points than ten and usually the first question is a lead in to the second question. Such as an "if so then why?" type of situation.
2006-08-18 15:01:46 · answer #4 · answered by Kris B 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Depends on the question ... but then, the Irish are famous for answering a question with a question ... sorta part of the heritage ... :)
2006-08-18 15:27:06 · answer #5 · answered by Sashie 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
It's a form of qualifying the question, or a form of answering when you just want to be a wise a s s. Where's the harm? hehehehe
2006-08-18 19:24:48 · answer #6 · answered by Stomp 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Kind of like why can't you ever have anything intelligent to say and why can't you post under your real name?
2006-08-18 20:09:45 · answer #7 · answered by Renegade. 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes. People do it when they don't know the answer to the first question.
2006-08-18 15:01:21 · answer #8 · answered by Robin A. 3 · 0⤊ 5⤋
Sure I do. Where is your other half? Sashie should know who her impostors are-she does already.
2006-08-18 16:38:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes...depends on the original question...
2006-08-18 15:01:40 · answer #10 · answered by gokart121 6 · 1⤊ 4⤋