Science Fiction Writers to Change Lightbulb

Q: How many science fiction writers does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Two. One to screw in the light bulb, and one to say, "In 1876, Jules Verne had the first intimations that electrostatic power was a viable energy alternative. Hitherto, the only sources ..."

Question: What is 1 + 2?

Q:  What is 1 + 2 ?
Politician: Well, if you look at the seasonally adjusted figures, you'll find that it's reasonably in line with government predictions.
Physicist: I won't tell you until you tell me what you want to use it for.
Lawyer: It makes one and a half each.

Asking For Money

A telemarketer was trying to make a particularly difficult sale. The person was just about to hang up, and the telemarketer said, "Look, pretend I'm your kid asking for money! What would you say?" Instantly the man hung up.