Dr D, can working with dumb people make you dumber too?
Indeed. This is a fine example of Begets law.
Smart begets smart.
Dumb begets dumb.
Everyone has an inbuilt conformity gene where we try and fit in as best with our surroundings. Hence, if you work in an office full of dumb people, your natural instinct is to fit in and become yourself.
Careful Ms. Scarlet, you will soon find yourself baking birthday cakes.