Expensive Quote by Robert Mayer
“Truly I say to you, a single number has more genuine and permanent value than an expensive library full of hypotheses.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Value of Numbers, 1998
A single, reliable data point can be more valuable than a large collection of unverified ideas.
In simple terms: One solid fact beats many untested theories.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize reliable data.
Themes
accuracy
knowledge
valuation
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
instructive
When to use this quote
- Research
- decision making
- policy development
- academic writing
Key Concepts
Epistemology
data integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What data do you trust most?
- How do you verify a single number's reliability?
A Different Perspective
Too many numbers can be misleading without context.
