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“In this example, being “accurate enough” gets the job done in four weeks, whereas being “precisely accurate” requires six weeks.” quote by Victor Cheng
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““In this example, being “accurate enough” gets the job done in four weeks, whereas being “precisely accurate” requires six weeks.””

Victor Cheng

About This Quote

Source Book: Case Interview Secrets, Victor Cheng, 2012

Choosing a sufficient level of accuracy can meet deadlines, while striving for exact precision may delay delivery.

In simple terms: Good enough is often faster than perfect.

Key Takeaway

Balance speed and precision.

Themes

efficiency decisionmaking projectmanagement

Mood

pragmatic analytical

Type

advice professional

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • software testing
  • clinical trials
  • budget planning

Key Concepts

trade‑offs optimization risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is “good enough” acceptable?
  • What risks does over‑precision pose?
A Different Perspective

Perfect accuracy can be costly and unnecessary.

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