This Game is the Worst-Case Scenario [Q.166]

sthar8 · Post Post #125 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 6:45 am

Easy one. A, obviously.

also BEEES!

Mitillos · Post Post #126 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 7:32 am

In reality, the only way to check for melanoma is to actually remove some tissue and check for cancer cells. But let's go with C, I suppose.

swyellowtail · Post Post #127 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 8:56 am

In post 124, diginova wrote:
In post 122, swyellowtail wrote:I know how bad it is to mess with people's tongues. It's a terrible idea in the first place unless you know what the hell you're doing. The tongue is
filled
with blood. Hitting any of that will likely kill you.

I was saying more if you followed the advice on the card, as Dragons seems to be wanting to start bribing the police.

Fair enough.

D3f3nd3r · Post Post #128 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 9:18 am

Flubbernugget · Post Post #129 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 3:06 pm

/in for a card

Cheery Dog · Post Post #130 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 5:07 pm

A. Call

911

000

Ambulance should always be the first thing. and I'm not calling for one from America.

diginova · Post Post #131 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 7:37 pm

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animorpherv1

(1-2, .333)

HOW TO SURVIVE A BLIZZARD WHEN IN YOUR CAR

A

Leave your car by the roadside and walk to the nearest phone or shelter.

B

Leave the motor running until the blizzard ends and you can drive safely away.

C

Only run the motor every ten minutes. Crack open the windows for ventilation, and wait until the blizzard subsides.

Bins

(1-1, .500)

HOW TO TREAT BUNIONS WHILE LOST IN THE WILDERNESS

A

Apply heat to the bunion to break up the inflammation.

B

Soak the bunion in the coldest water you can find.

C

Elevate your feet every chance you get.

BipolarChemist

(New Victim)

HOW TO MASK YOUR SCENT WHEN SETTING A TRAP

A

After setting the trap, rub it with flowers or leaves.

B

Put strong smelling wood such as pine or hazelnut in the trap.

C

Place the trap in a campfire's smoke for several minutes just before setting it.

Cheery Dog

(2-1, .667)

HOW TO LOSE A CAR THAT IS FOLLOWING YOU

A

Pull over to determine if the suspect is following you. If the suspect stops, roll down your window half way and confront him/her directly.

B

Drive to a male friend's house and honk the horn continuously.

C

Make two left turns, then two right turns. If the suspect follows you, drive to the nearest police station.

D3f3nd3r

(2-5, .286)

HOW TO DIFFERENTIATE THE COMMON COLD FROM ALLERGIES

A

A cold is always accompanied by a sore throat; allergies never are.

B

Sneezes attributed to a cold are never repetitive; allergy sneezes are always repetitive.

C

A cold causes discoloration of mucus discharge; mucus discharge from allergies is clear.

DiplomatDC

(1-0, 1.000)

HOW TO REACT WHEN A STRANGER REQUESTS HELP AT YOUR DOOR

A

Invite him/her into the entryway as you call 911; but do not let the person all the way into your home.

B

Assure him/her that you'll call 911 and shut the door; do not let him/her in. Once you've called, watch the person to ensure his/her safety.

C

Ask to see the person's identification, then call 911. Alert a neighbor before inviting the stranger into your home.

Feirei

(5-9, .357)

HOW TO SURVIVE IF YOU ARE LOST ON A BACKPACKING TRIP

A

Move very quickly, following any tracks you can find.

B

Camp out. Send signals, and wait until you are discovered.

C

Locate a stream or river and wait until someone comes along.

Flubbernugget

(New Victim)

HOW TO MOVE SOMEONE WITH AN INJURED SPINE

A

Hold the victim's head and neck in place, extend his/her arm over the head, and roll the victim like a log.

B

Using two rescuers, gently lift the victim by the ankles and just below the shoulder blades. Hold the victim's head still while lifting him/her.

C

Gently pick up the victim's feet and drag him/her, carefully removing all obstructions from the path.

inspirateloos

(4-1, .800)

HOW TO FIND WATER IN THE WILDERNESS

A

Look for an area where there are no animal droppings.

B

Notice the direction most birds are flying and follow them.

C

Look for an area where animal trails merge into one path.

JDGA

(5-2, .714)

HOW TO TREAT BROKEN RIBS

A

Have the victim inhale as you tape the ribs tightly.

B

Cushion the ribs and encourage the victim to cough or take a deep breath about once an hour.

C

Lightly bind the ribs, wrapping the tape around the arm on the injured side for support.

Mitillos

(4-1, .800)

HOW TO WRESTLE AN ALLIGATOR

A

Hug the alligator as tightly as you can, so it can't breathe until it passes out.

B

Get on the alligator's back, and press downward on its neck while covering its eyes.

C

Wrestle the alligator as you would a person; grab it from behind and pin its hind legs behind its back.

phokdapolees

(New Victim)

HOW TO INTERPRET A CIRCULAR TRAFFIC SIGN

A

The sign gives tourist information.

B

The sign gives an order that must be obeyed.

C

The sign gives advance warning of something ahead.

Save the Dragons

(2-2, .500)

HOW TO DETECT SKIN INFESTATION BY FLY LARVAE

A

Symptoms include a small blister surrounded by several large blisters, which will sting and ooze.

B

Symptoms include an itchy, red dome on the skin, with a large pore at the top, accompanied by a crawling feeling under the skin.

C

Symptoms include a scab that peels and throbs, especially when sweating.

sthar8

(3-2, .600)

HOW TO AVOID CONFRONTING MOST LARGE ANIMALS

A

Make sure the animal sees you, but do not threaten it. Slowly walk towards the animal to demonstrate you are not afraid.

B

Animals can smell fear, so do not soil yourself.

C

Freeze, then slowly back away from the animal while talking in a calm voice.

swyellowtail

(1-3, .250)

HOW TO PROCEED IF YOU HAVE A BLOWOUT WHILE DRIVING

A

Turn the car in the opposite direction it is veering. Keep both hands on the steering wheel.

B

Tap the brakes. If they aren't effective, use the emergency brake.

C

Steer the car slightly in the direction it is veering, then sharply straighten it out.

Who

(3-1, .750)

HOW TO READ COLOR ON A MAP

A

The color white identifies ridges and mountains.

B

The color white identifies non-forested non-water areas such as rocks or meadows.

C

The color white identifies trails and washes.

xtopherusD

(1-2, .333)

HOW TO SURVIVE A CAR STOPPED ON RAILWAY TRACKS

A

If the train is distant, put the car in neutral, and push it a few feet off the tracks.

B

Abandon the car, and run away from the oncoming train along the side of the tracks.

C

Abandon the car, and run toward the train along the side of the tracks.

ZZZX

(0-1, .000)

HOW TO RECOGNIZE TRENCH FOOT

A

The lines on the soles of the feet are extremely deep, resembling trenches.

B

The feet are covered in red dots and veins are highly visible.

C

The feet are painfully swollen and have a "dishpan hands" appearance.

JDGA · Post Post #132 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 7:42 pm

Ah geeze, I have no idea. C?

sthar8 · Post Post #133 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 8:11 pm

C. But that's really bad advice.

Cheery Dog · Post Post #134 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 8:26 pm

Gettings oneself lost is most helpful.

C.

swyellowtail · Post Post #135 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 9:15 pm

Essentially, A and B are correct, though you want to make sure you're out of the way when you reach a full stop.

A

.

Mitillos · Post Post #136 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 9:25 pm

I'm guessing they want B, on this one.

D3f3nd3r · Post Post #137 (ISO) » Sat Sep 13, 2014 11:00 pm

A and B are both true for mine...A?

DiplomatDC · Post Post #138 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 2:37 am

phokdapolees · Post Post #139 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 3:28 am

RedCoyote · Post Post #140 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 3:45 am

animorpherv1 · Post Post #141 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 5:45 am

B, please!

1 vs 100 · Post Post #142 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 6:57 am

I'm going with C!

BipolarChemist · Post Post #143 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 6:57 am

In post 142, 1 vs 100 wrote:I'm going with C!

SHIT....

I mean...I'M going with C!

inspiratieloos · Post Post #144 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 7:05 am

Feirei · Post Post #145 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 5:37 pm

ISO · Post Post #146 (ISO) » Sun Sep 14, 2014 5:55 pm

Sorry. I was too busy having nightmares about flies bursting from my skin to answer the question in a timely manner.

B

diginova · Post Post #147 (ISO) » Mon Sep 15, 2014 10:01 pm

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animorpherv1

(1-3, .250)

HOW TO PREVENT DEVELOPING SKIN CANCER

A

Spend as much time in the sun as you like, but always wear sunblock with SPF 30. Reapply it frequently.

B

Always avoid exposure to the sun during peak hours, and wear a sunblock with at least SPF 15 during any exposure to the sun.

C

Only spend time in the sun in 30-minute increments.

Bins

(1-1, .500)

HOW TO TREAT BUNIONS WHILE LOST IN THE WILDERNESS

A

Apply heat to the bunion to break up the inflammation.

B

Soak the bunion in the coldest water you can find.

C

Elevate your feet every chance you get.

BipolarChemist

(1-0, 1.000)

HOW TO TREAT A DIVER WHO HAS AN AIR EMBOLISM

A

Place the victim in a head-down position on his/her left side and administer oxygen if it is available.

B

Send the victim back underwater as soon as possible to resurface more slowly.

C

Lay the victim on his/her back with legs elevated. Massage the arms and legs, moving upward toward the heart.

Cheery Dog

(3-1, .750)

HOW TO SENSE YOU ARE ABOUT TO BE STRUCK BY LIGHTNING

A

Your ears ring and your mouth becomes dry.

B

Your skin tingles and your hair feels like it is standing on end.

C

Your toes curl and your nostrils flare.

D3f3nd3r

(2-6, .250)

HOW TO EAT A DAFFODIL

A

Boil the daffodils whole for 10 minutes before eating them.

B

Salt and dry the flower and stem, but discard the rest.

C

Do not eat daffodils. They are poisonous.

DiplomatDC

(2-0, 1.000)

HOW TO REACT IF YOU ENCOUNTER A POLAR BEAR IN THE WILD

A

Continue walking and ignore the bear. Polar bears are very docile creatures and won't bother you unless you bother them.

B

Crouch down into a ball and play dead.

C

Stand your ground. Try to look large by pulling a coat over your head, and shout at the bear if it approaches you.

Feirei

(5-10, .333)

HOW TO AVOID POISONOUS LIZARDS IN THE U.S.

A

The Gila Monster and the Bearded Lizard are found only in the American southwest, Central America, and Mexico.

B

The Gila Monster and the Bearded Lizard are found only in Africa.

C

The Gila Monster and the Bearded Lizard are found only in the rain forest and tropical environments.

Flubbernugget

(New Victim)

HOW TO MOVE SOMEONE WITH AN INJURED SPINE

A

Hold the victim's head and neck in place, extend his/her arm over the head, and roll the victim like a log.

B

Using two rescuers, gently lift the victim by the ankles and just below the shoulder blades. Hold the victim's head still while lifting him/her.

C

Gently pick up the victim's feet and drag him/her, carefully removing all obstructions from the path.

inspirateloos

(4-2, .667)

HOW TO TREAT A TOOTHACHE

A

Use a cotton swab to apply alcohol mixed with crushed aspirin to the painful area.

B

Floss gently around the sore tooth, and rinse with water. Take an aspirin.

C

Take 1000 mg. of Niacin and avoid brushing your teeth until the pain subsides.

JDGA

(5-3, .625)

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR VALUABLES DURING A TORNADO

A

Cover the TV and computer with a plastic bag and place your smaller valuables in the washer and dryer.

B

Haul your valuables to the second floor or attic. Pile them up, and wrap them in electrical tape to keep them together.

C

Dig a hole and bury the small valuables. Put large valuables over the covered hole.

Mitillos

(5-1, .833)

HOW TO SURVIVE A CHEMICAL SPILL IN YOUR AREA

A

Get inside, and close all the doors and windows. Place moist towels around the windows to act as an air seal, and fill the bathtub and sinks with water.

B

Get in a car, and roll up all the windows. Turn on the air conditioning or heat without opening the vents.

C

After emptying your refrigerator, climb inside making sure you can open the door from the inside.

phokdapolees

(0-1, .000)

HOW TO EXTINGUISH A CHIMNEY FIRE

A

Extinguish the fire on the grate, and close the flue. Cover the outside of the chimney with a wet blanket.

B

Cover the outside of chimney with a sheet of metal or wood.

C

Extinguish the fire on the grate, and remove the wood. Wait for the fire to go out.

RedCoyote

(New Victim)

HOW TO GET THE BEST WATER FROM SEA ICE

A

Look for new sea ice; it is grayer and harder than old ice and melts more quickly.

B

Look for old sea ice; it is bluer and more brittle than new ice, and contains less salt.

C

Look for wet sea ice; seawater absorbs some of the impurities in the ice.

Save the Dragons

(3-2, .600)

HOW TO EAT SHELLFISH

A

Only eat cooked shellfish.

B

It is safe to eat shellfish only when caught in cold waters.

C

Only eat shellfish that were taken live.

sthar8

(4-2, .667)

HOW TO CREATE A MAKESHIFT TOOTH FILLING

A

Rinse the mouth out with salt water, then apply a paste made of mashed leaves and water to the tooth.

B

Apply a few drops of vanilla extract to the tooth, then apply a mixture of candle wax and strands of cotton fibers to the tooth.

C

Wrap the tooth in gauze, then tape the gauze to the gums.

swyellowtail

(2-3, .400)

HOW TO TAKE A PUNCH TO THE HEAD

A

Turn your head at the last minute. You'll probably get hit hit in the side of the jaw.

B

Move toward the blow and try to take it on the forehead.

C

Try to take the punch in the nose; it will hurt your assailant more than it will hurt you.

Who

(3-1, .750)

HOW TO READ COLOR ON A MAP

A

The color white identifies ridges and mountains.

B

The color white identifies non-forested non-water areas such as rocks or meadows.

C

The color white identifies trails and washes.

xtopherusD

(1-2, .333)

HOW TO SURVIVE A CAR STOPPED ON RAILWAY TRACKS

A

If the train is distant, put the car in neutral, and push it a few feet off the tracks.

B

Abandon the car, and run away from the oncoming train along the side of the tracks.

C

Abandon the car, and run toward the train along the side of the tracks.

ZZZX

(0-1, .000)

HOW TO RECOGNIZE TRENCH FOOT

A

The lines on the soles of the feet are extremely deep, resembling trenches.

B

The feet are covered in red dots and veins are highly visible.

C

The feet are painfully swollen and have a "dishpan hands" appearance.

JDGA · Post Post #148 (ISO) » Mon Sep 15, 2014 10:08 pm

I'm almost certain it's

A

.

Mitillos · Post Post #149 (ISO) » Mon Sep 15, 2014 10:31 pm

A, but if there's no buildings nearby, try B instead, I guess.