Family Quote by Pat Brown
““One of the things I always tell the police and families is that while everything is possible, not all things are probable. You can’t waste a lot of investigative effort on an extremely unlikely scenario; you have to stay with what makes sense.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Pat Brown, date unknown
Advocates focusing investigative resources on likely scenarios rather than improbable ones.
In simple terms: Prioritize plausible leads.
Key Takeaway
Allocate effort to probable outcomes.
Themes
investigation
probability
resource management
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
strategic
instructive
When to use this quote
- crime solving
- research projects
- business strategy
Key Concepts
risk assessment
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define “probable” in your field?
- How do you balance thoroughness with efficiency?
A Different Perspective
Rare events can still be critical; ignoring them may miss breakthroughs.
