Synetics

Which is more difficult? a dream or a nightmare?

A dream is more difficult to conjure up because dreams are created by events of the previous day.  A nightmare is easily created by fears and a simple change in atmosphere affects the entire dream itself.

Which is wiser? a pen or pencil?

A pen is wiser because a pen is able to look back upon its mistakes and prevent them from continuously occurring.  A pencil is able to erase their mistakes and continue making the same mistakes as before like a giant restart button.  Plus, we have white out so if a pen mark needs to be fixed, it can be fixed.

Which is more fearful? new or old?

The old is more fearful because it detains us from the future and prevents efficiency.  The new things in life may seem scary but have the potential to reach new peaks created from imagination and dreams.

Which is more suspenseful? rain or snow?

Rain is more suspenseful because rain is portrayed as a dark day and emphasized with thunder and lightning to make the scenery more depressing.  Snow is viewed as innocence because of the color and the more childish activities that follow the portrait of snow. 

Which is happier? music or art?

I believe that music is happiness because different songs evoke different emotions.  Art expresses one’s creativity but is not able to generate the idea of happiness as efficiently as music.   

Which is like a promise? Mathematics or science?

Mathematics is most like a promise because math is the structure of life that science builds off of to relate two or more objects.  Chemistry, biology, pharmaceutical studies, and anything science related have similar qualities that branch away from mathematics.

Which is smarter? A clock or a calendar?

I believe that a calendar is smarter because the calendar can be used to predict the future.  For instance, the Mayans were able to create a calendar that predicted proper events that were precise and accurate.

Which is easier to teach? a question or an answer?

A question is easier to teach because a question may have multiple answers or multiple questions can lead to one answer.  By generating questions, it gives the people a deeper thought about the meaning of life.

Which costs more? a home or a house?

I believe a house costs more because it actually costs hard earned money that we work our rear ends for. A home can be created by simple dreams and the way that you make your house worth meaningful to yourself.  

Which is more useful? a friend or an enemy?

An enemy is more useful because they allow you to see the weaknesses and opposing arguments that you do not see.  Friends are there for moral support and may not always be the most reliable source that you can depend upon.