What are some brain teaser interview questions you all have encountered?

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What is your greatest weakness?

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What part of a boat are you?

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Why are manhole covers round?

How many golf balls fit on a bus?
How many bottles of ketchup are sold every year?
How many windows are in NYC?

Have people actually encountered any of these in interviews?

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