Ifs Quote by Joseph Granville
“If it's obvious, it's obviously wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Complete Book of Investing, 1965
Obvious solutions often hide flaws; simplicity can be deceptive.
In simple terms: If something seems too easy, it may be wrong.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions before acting.
Themes
critical thinking
decision making
skepticism
analysis
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- investment decisions
- problem solving
- product design
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
overconfidence
fallacy
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you trusted an obvious answer?
- How can you test apparent simplicity?
A Different Perspective
Over-reliance on intuition can miss hidden complexities.
