NYC: sardine city or spacious sanctuary for all humanity?
Ever felt like you're living on top of your neighbors in your tiny apartment? Well, buckle up, because we're about to take things to a whole new level of cozy. Yes, you read that right, cozy! Because as unbelievable as it sounds, the entire world's population could technically squeeze into New York City. Mind. Blown.
Hold on, wouldn't it be a total sardine can situation?
Not exactly. Sure, we'd be ditching personal space for a good long while, but picture this: 8 billion people shoulder-to-shoulder would only take up about the same amount of space as New York City itself, with a little extra room to spare for that extra slice of pizza (because let's be honest, in this scenario, pizza is essential).
But wait, there's more!
Imagine the borough breakdown! Manhattan could become a bustling metropolis for nearly 600 million people! Brooklyn could hold over a billion! Staten Island, well, maybe Staten Island could handle a billion and a half (don't worry, there'd still be room to roam... kind of).
Okay, so we can all fit, but is it even possible?
Now, this is purely hypothetical, folks. Imagine the logistical nightmare! Building enough bunk beds? Coordinating bathroom breaks? Finding a decent cup of coffee? (Okay, that last one might be a dealbreaker.) But hey, it's a fun thought experiment, right?
FAQ: NYC for All Mankind (or Womankind... or Everyonekind)
How to: Squeeze 8 billion people into NYC?
Answer: Patience, a positive attitude, and maybe some industrial-sized deodorant.
How to: Deal with the inevitable food shortages?
Answer: Stock up on that emergency pizza stockpile now!
How to: Find a decent cup of coffee in this human mosh pit?
Answer: Good luck, soldier. You're on your own.
How to: Maintain even a shred of personal space?
Answer: Forget about it. Embrace the snuggles!
How to: Keep things civil when everyone needs to use the bathroom at once?
Answer: Let's just say good communication skills will be key.
