 " Q @-@ Less " was first shown on February 8 , 1993 , in broadcast syndication . It received a Nielsen rating of 12 @.@ 8 percent , placing fifth in its time slot . " Q @-@ Less " was the fifth highest rated episode of the season , behind " Emissary " , " Past Prologue " , " A Man Alone " and " Captive Pursuit " . 
