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If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.

If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.

Summary

This quote serves as a reminder of the underlying importance of education. Despite the financial investment required, it highlights that the cost of remaining ignorant or uninformed is even higher. By suggesting that ignorance is a more significant expense, the quote emphasizes the long-term drawbacks of lacking knowledge, which can hinder personal growth, limit opportunities, and lead to poor decision-making. It encourages individuals to prioritize education as a valuable investment that yields invaluable returns, including personal development, critical thinking, and a broader understanding of the world. Ultimately, it urges us to recognize the immense value of education and the adverse consequences of neglecting it.

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