17 things people in Silicon Valley forget about the outside world

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The cast of HBO show "Silicon Valley"

Living in Silicon Valley could open you up to a whole new world, where everyone seems to be chasing the next big idea.

But being in such a tight-knit community packed with like-minded people could have its downsides, too - like forgetting what the rest of the world looks, thinks, and acts like.

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This Quora post shares some of the things people in Silicon Valley may be shocked to learn about the outside world. We picked the 17 best answers.