Believe It Or Not, These Aren't Actually Design Flaws

Detachable Headrest

While this isn't the case for all cars, most have completely removable headrests. It's an accomodation for tall people but also a safety feature. If someone is stuck inside the car, they can remove the headrest and use the metal prongs to break the window.

Cream Tube Cap

There's a small cone-like shape on most medicated cream caps and toothpastes for a convenience reason. Instead of struggling to pull off that tight foil seal, use the cone to poke a hole in the foil for easy access.

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The More You Know

  • In a pinch for labels? Just reach for the rubber bands. Wrap ’em around your mason jars and you’ll never mistake salt for sugar again.
  • t's easy to clean baked-on food and spills from your microwave Here's how: Partially fill a measuring or coffee cup with water and add a slice of lemon. Boil the water for a minute, and then leave the door closed and let the steam loosen the mess.
  • The woolly mammoth survived until Egyptian times.
  • The designer of the current United States flag was 17 at the time, and created it for a high school project. He received a B-.
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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.