The man in control of the economy is asked an extremely basic question: 'What is 7 times 8'? Being a semi-literate, mathematically challenged politician, he refused to answer the question. He has apparently made it a rule in life not to answer maths questions (he actually said that). With people like this in control of key positions in power, you have to feel positive about the future. And of course, Mr Osborne, even after several years has still not yet managed to balance the books. Ah the irony. 7 times 8, Gideon. The answer is 56 which ironically enough is exactly the same as your IQ.