Accuracy Quote by Margery Allingham
“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.”
About This Quote
Source Quotation: Unknown source, possibly personal note
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.
