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9 science-backed signs you're smarter than average

Drake Baer,Alyson ShontellFeb 24, 2015, 20:23 IST

What makes someone smart?

Scientists have been investigating that question for decades, and the research suggests that everything from your mother's breast milk to the size of your waistline can influence your intelligence.

Additional reporting by Chelsea Harvey.