Why do we like to play pranks?

Question

What is the reasoning behind people deceiving others? I'm pretty sure many people will admit that they like playing practical jokes on people. Why does this make us happy?

Answer 1

it could just be your inner deviousness coming out in a socially acceptable way...

Answer 2

. Maybe it's 'fun' to have Power over someone. And we like to see their reaction. It's entertaining. And we like to find Victums to make us look better.

Thank goodness, most ppl don't do that.