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“The process of elimination, combined with a modicum of common sense, will always assist us to arrive at the correct conclusion with the maximum of possible accuracy and the minimum of hard labor. Which being translated means: I guessed it.” quote by Margery Allingham
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“The process of elimination, combined with a modicum of common sense, will always assist us to arrive at the correct conclusion with the maximum of possible accuracy and the minimum of hard labor. Which being translated means: I guessed it.”

Margery Allingham

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Using elimination and common sense efficiently leads to accurate conclusions with minimal effort.

In simple terms: Eliminate and apply logic for accurate, easy results.

Key Takeaway

Apply systematic elimination and reason.

Themes

logic problem solving efficiency

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

philosophical

When to use this quote

  • research
  • diagnostics
  • investigations
  • daily decisions

Key Concepts

critical thinking heuristics decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does intuition outweigh elimination?
  • How to balance thoroughness with speed?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on elimination may ignore creative solutions.

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