Why are people so dumb in the Simpsons???

Question

I just saw an episode of the Simpsons called HOMR. It was the best one I have ever seen but I am wondering because an IQ of 105 is purely mediocre and yet he stands out as "smart" . I wonder why this is because other than Lisa Simpson, Principal Skinner, the Comic Book guy, and the nerdy Telescope guy, all of the people in Springfield seem to have an IQ lower than 105. In fact, most of them appear to have intelligence levels at upwards of 85 and 90 . Bart Simpson, I would conclude, has an IQ of 80, while the average Springfielder has an IQ of 70-85, which is not in the normal range.

Answer 1

Bceause "The Simpsons" is a comedy show and stupid people are one of the chief sources of hilarity.  

I think there was an episode awhile back where Lisa joined the Springfield chapter of MENSA; the other members included the Comic Book Guy, Dr. Hibbert, and Prof. John Frink (this might be the telescope guy you're thinking of).

Answer 2

to make it funny

Answer 3

yes ppl do get a good laugh from watching stupid ppl humor:)

Answer 4

because its the simpsons!!!!