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“Two rights don't equal a left.” quote by Roald Dahl
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“Two rights don't equal a left.”

Roald Dahl

About This Quote

Source Book: The BFG, 1982

Logical opposites do not combine to produce a new direction; two rights do not make a left.

In simple terms: Two rights don’t become a left.

Key Takeaway

Understand logical consistency.

Themes

logic reasoning critical thinking

Mood

curious analytical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • problem solving
  • debate
  • education

Key Concepts

paradox mathematical logic

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you resolve contradictory premises?
  • When is a third option needed?
A Different Perspective

Oversimplification can ignore nuanced solutions.

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