Dating advice -- results from the Yahoo! Personals poll

#17 Jan. 14, 2005 -- What do you think are the chances of Jennifer and Brad getting back together?

Less than 50% (the writing's on the wall) 56%
50%/50% (the national average; they're only human) 34%
100% (Love conquers all) 11%

#16 Jan. 4, 2005 -- Which of the following NFL quarterbacks would you most like to receive a pass from?

Tom Brady, New England Patriots 27%
Donovan McNabb, Philadelphia Eagles 14%
Brett Favre, Green Bay Packers 33%
Drew Brees, San Diego Chargers 5%
Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts 24%

#15 Jan. 7, 2005 -- What's your plan for 2005?

Better first dates, more second dates 36%
Diet and exercise -- a brand new me! 34%
I don't need to be tampered with, I'm a classic 7%
More Money - I'm going to make it or marry it 22%

#14 Nov. 22, 2004 -- Holiday gift giving for daters:

Always give a gift, regardless of the number of dates we've had 47%
Only give a gift after dating at least three times 25%
Only give a gift after dating at least six times 20%
Bah, Humbug! They should feel gifted that I'm going out with 'em. 8%

#13 Nov. 8, 2004 -- Are you bringing someone new or going as a guest with someone new to a family Thanksgiving dinner this year?

Yes, bringing someone new 15%
Yes, going as a guest with someone new 8%
Not this year 66%
No, but I'm doing a "craves turkey" keyword search 11%

#12 Oct. 25, 2004 -- How important is it to you that your profile include a photo?

Must have 82%
Not Necessary 18%

#11 Oct. 4, 2004 -- What's the widest age difference you've had with someone you've dated?

6 or more years older 32%
1-5 years older 11%
Always date people the same age 2%
1-5 years younger 10%
6 or more years younger 45%

#10 Sept. 22, 2004 -- Before going out with someone I've met online, I would consider asking my friends or family for approval by forwarding my prospective date's profile.

Yes 21%
No 59%
Maybe 20%

#9 Sept. 8, 2004 -- About cell phones and dates:

OK to make calls and answer during date 7%
OK to bring one if it's off or on vibrate 25%
For emergencies only; otherwise no calls 55%
Agree to leave both cell phones in the glove compartment 6%
Leave little phone home in the cradle 8%

#8 Aug. 19, 2004 -- How long do you wait before suggesting a face-to-face date?

Immediately -- this is all about dating, right? 13%
At least a week 13%
More than a week, less then a month 16%
More than a month 3%
It varies depending on how strong I feel our connection is 54%

#7 Aug. 5, 2004 -- How important is your prospective partner's political party preference?

It's important they have one -- which one doesn't matter 29%
It must agree with mine 15%
Party preference isn't the issue, it's who they vote for 26%
Who cares, I'm not into politics 30%

#6 July 21, 2004 -- You see someone in your search results who is seriously dating one of your friends. Should you tell your friend?

Yes - my friend deserves to know 42%
No - it's a private matter between them 15%
I'd confront my friend's boyfriend/girlfriend privately 15%
Not right away - I'd give it some time to see if he/she takes their profile down 22%
Not sure/no opinion 5%

#5 July 7, 2004 -- How long should you date before referring to one another as boyfriend/girlfriend?

One or Two weeks - I'm an optimist 12%
When the commitment talk happens 60%
As soon as I introduce him/her to my family 10%
Depends. When does the fighting start? 4%
Labels are for fashion designers 13%

#4 May 21, 2004 -- Kissing on the first date sends what kind of message?

There's more where that came from! 11%
A second date's a sure thing 16%
None, just a nice way to say thank you 15%
Depends on the type of kiss 55%
Kiss? First Date? I'm saving myself for marriage 3%

#3 May 8, 2004 -- So, what would you do if your friend's date hits on you at a party?

Say you're flattered, but flattery gets them nowhere 34%
Pardon their poor behavior, don't tell your friend 28%
Tell 'em to call you sometime, give 'em your number 17%
Get mad and tell your friend (their date) 16%
Dump your date. Flee with the hitter. Live as outlaws 5%

#2 April 22, 2004 -- If you're interested in someone after a first date, how long should you wait before calling?

Next Day - Show you're interested 62%
2 to 3 days after 30%
4 to 7 days after 2%
More than a week 1%
Don't - Wait for them to call you 5%

#1 April 5, 2004 -- Who should pay for the date?

The man, always 33%
Struggle over the check, but let the other person win 2%
The one who asked the other one out 47%
Whoever has the better-paying job 1%
Divide the costs evenly 17%

Jan. 30, 2004 -- "Extreme Makeover," "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy," you name it, people are going makeover mad. For 2004, what are you planning on changing?

A new look or style 48%
Bye bye bread, rice and pasta. Hello bacon! 15%
Can't afford bacon, need to save cash 18%
You can't improve perfection 10%
It's too late, I'll change something next year 9%

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