Cost Quote by Maria V. Snyder
“When the effort fails, is it worth the cost?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lost City, 2013
Questioning the value of effort when it leads to failure, weighing cost against benefit.
In simple terms: When effort fails, consider if the price paid was worth it.
Key Takeaway
Assess the cost‑benefit before investing effort.
Themes
effort
failure
cost
evaluation
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- starting a new project
- investing in education
- training for a sport
Key Concepts
risk analysis
decision making
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to quit?
- How do you measure true cost of failure?
A Different Perspective
May discourage perseverance by focusing on immediate outcomes.
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