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Biology Quote by Milton Berle

“If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?” quote by Milton Berle
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“If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?”

Milton Berle

About This Quote

Source Comedy routine: The Milton Berle Show, 1950s

The joke highlights the absurdity of using evolutionary logic to explain human anatomy, especially mothers' hands being limited to two.

In simple terms: Evolutionary explanations can be misapplied to everyday facts.

Key Takeaway

Questionify biological claims with evidence.

Themes

humor biology misconceptions

Mood

playful skeptical

Type

humorous observational

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • education
  • science communication

Key Concepts

evolutionary theory anatomy logic

Questions to Reflect On

  • What other everyday facts are misinterpreted through evolution?
  • How can we better communicate scientific concepts?
A Different Perspective

Evolutionary explanations are not always straightforward.

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