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“When the question is difficult and a skilled solution is not available, intuition still has a shot: an answer may come to mind quickly—but it is not an answer to the original question.” quote by Daniel Kahneman
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““When the question is difficult and a skilled solution is not available, intuition still has a shot: an answer may come to mind quickly—but it is not an answer to the original question.””

Daniel Kahneman

About This Quote

Source Book: Thinking, Fast and Slow, 2011

Intuition can provide quick insights when analysis fails, but it may not directly answer the original problem.

In simple terms: Intuition helps when logic stalls.

Key Takeaway

Use intuition as a guide, not a final answer.

Themes

decision‑making intuition analysis

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • problem solving
  • creative brainstorming
  • emergency decisions

Key Concepts

cognitive bias heuristics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you trust your gut over data?
  • How can you verify intuitive hunches?
A Different Perspective

Intuition can mislead if not checked by reasoning.

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