On the Starship Enterprise, Captain Kirk is chatting with Doctor Spock one day. “Spock,” says Captain Kirk, “you always remain calm and good-natured, even when you’re talking to people who are obviously far less intelligent than you. How do you do it?” “Well, Jim,” says Spock. “I convey my contempt for people I consider inferior to me by simply agreeing with whatever they say.” “Really?” says Captain Kirk. “That’s absolutely ridiculous!” “I completely agree with you, Jim,” Spock responded with a smile.