Tech Couple’s IQ Test Showdown Ends in Tears

A tech-savvy couple found themselves in a heated argument after an income imbalance led to jealousy and resentment. Both working for the same company, the husband took a management route while the wife went down a more technical path. This resulted in him earning double her salary, sparking a series of sarcastic comments and competitive banter. But when an official IQ test was brought into the mix, things took a turn for the worse.

Same Company, Different Paths

Income Imbalance Strikes ⚖️

Jealousy Starts Brewing

Competitive Banter Ensues

Sarcastic Jabs Fly ️

Banter Turns Bitter

Online IQ Test Marathon

Surprise IQ Test

Results Are In

Hurtful Words Exchanged

A Painful Past

Heated Retaliation

Silent Treatment Begins

Regretful Reflection

A Battle of Wits Turns Sour

What started as a playful rivalry between a tech couple turned into a full-blown argument after jealousy over income imbalance led to hurtful words being exchanged. The wife’s surprise IQ test only fueled the fire when the husband scored higher, resulting in a heated exchange of insults. Now, with the wife giving her husband the silent treatment, it’s clear that this battle of wits has left both parties wounded. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Wife’s jealousy leads to abusive behavior, husband snaps back. NTA.

Marital issues at work? ESH. Suggestions for a resolution?

NTA for standing up to emotional abuse from wife.

Jealousy and disrespect in a relationship is a red flag

Navigating jealousy in relationships can be tough

Gender bias in judgement. Relationship headed for doom

Couple’s relationship on the rocks after IQ test argument ‍♂️

Encouraging support for income disparity in tech couple

NTA for snapping back after weeks of pushing and insults.

Jealousy and insults lead to IQ test disaster. #NTA

Spouse’s self-esteem issues lead to IQ test showdown. NTA.

NTA for calling out toxic behavior, IQ tests are overrated

Career envy leads to IQ test showdown and tears

Defending oneself against bullying is NTA. Couples therapy recommended

Commenter defends OP, but acknowledges their response was not ideal.

Addressing partner’s abusive behavior due to work frustration.

Supportive comment validates OP’s feelings and suggests options for resolution.

NTA! Leave the abusive wife and her insecurities behind

Gender swap reveals double standards in ESH judgment

NTA. Advice for the husband to consider his future with wife

Encouraging therapy for spouse with name-calling issues. NTA.

Healthy relationships build each other up, not tear down.

Blunt tech couple needs therapy to fix relationship

Partner insults IQ, cries when confronted. NTA for standing up.

IQ test showdown leads to insults and tears. ESH verdict.

Insecurity leads to insult, but is it worth the relationship?

Supportive comment defends against accusations of underpaying colleague.

Standing up for yourself is never easy, but necessary

Encouraging response to a concerning situation.

IQ tests don’t define success. Counseling might help though

Insults and IQ tests won’t solve relationship issues. ESH.

Gender bias in judging behavior? NTA vs. ESH explained

Don’t let competition destroy your marriage . Seek therapy together.

NTA’s mother had a similar experience, suggests couple’s therapy.

Breaking the mold: NTA defends technical career path

Commenter defends OP’s rude response to jealous partner.

Avoid contempt in your marriage to keep it strong ❤️

Commenter supports OP and criticizes their spouse’s behavior

Wife’s abuse pushed him to snap. NTA needs help. Salvageable?

Defending oneself with ad hominems: NTA or ESH?

Defending oneself against insults is not being the bad guy . Marriage counseling or divorce?

Commenter defends NTA verdict and criticizes modern feminism.