Answering Quote by C.J. Redwine
““Answering a question with a question is simply a way to gain enough time to think of a plausible lie.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Art of Deception, 2018
Answering with a question buys time, allowing one to fabricate a plausible falsehood.
In simple terms: Questions buy time to lie.
Use questions strategically when pressured.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- interrogations
- negotiations
- debates
- law enforcement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it ethical to deflect with a question?
- How does this tactic affect credibility?
Manipulation can erode trust.