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Theory Quote by Agatha Christie

“They conceive a certain theory, and everything has to fit into that theory. If one little fact will not fit it, they throw it aside. But it is always the facts that will not fit in that are significant.” quote by Agatha Christie
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““They conceive a certain theory, and everything has to fit into that theory. If one little fact will not fit it, they throw it aside. But it is always the facts that will not fit in that are significant.””

Agatha Christie

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, 1926

People cling to theories, discarding contradictory facts, yet those outliers often reveal truth.

In simple terms: Facts that don’t fit are key.

Key Takeaway

Question your assumptions.

Themes

critical thinking bias truth seeking

Mood

skeptical analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • research
  • debate
  • investigation
  • policy making

Key Concepts

confirmation bias epistemology scientific method

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle data that contradicts your view?
  • What mechanisms guard against bias?
A Different Perspective

People may overvalue consensus.

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