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“I have a rule of thumb—if you have a puzzle and the answers are elegant and simple, it means someone is trying to fuck you over.” quote by Scott Lynch
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““I have a rule of thumb—if you have a puzzle and the answers are elegant and simple, it means someone is trying to fuck you over.””

Scott Lynch

About This Quote

Source Book: The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch, 2006

Elegant, simple answers often hide hidden agendas, suggesting deception or manipulation.

In simple terms: Simple answers can be deceptive.

Key Takeaway

Question simplicity, seek deeper evidence.

Themes

trust deception critical thinking

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • personal relationships
  • legal contracts
  • online transactions

Key Concepts

cognitive bias information asymmetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted a simple solution?
  • How can you verify the elegance of an answer?
A Different Perspective

Simplicity may be genuine; not all simple answers are malicious.

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