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“What is more precious: a thousand answers derived from one question? Or, one answer…from a thousand questions?” quote by G. F. Smith
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““What is more precious: a thousand answers derived from one question? Or, one answer…from a thousand questions?””

G. F. Smith

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A wealth of answers from one question versus a single answer from many questions—what holds more value?

In simple terms: Many questions yield one answer, or one question yields many answers.

Key Takeaway

Weigh breadth versus depth.

Themes

knowledge questions answers philosophy

Mood

question reflection

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Key Concepts

inquiry depth breadth value of insight

Questions to Reflect On

  • curious
  • thoughtful
A Different Perspective

Which approach leads to deeper understanding?;Is quantity more valuable than quality?

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