Quote by Leonardo da Vinci

Anyone who conducts an argument by appealing to authority is not using his intelligence he is just using his memory.

Anyone who conducts an argument by appealing to authority is

Summary

This quote suggests that relying solely on using authority as the basis for an argument reflects a lack of critical thinking and personal analysis. It argues that such an approach indicates a reliance on memorizing ideas without actively engaging with them. In essence, by appealing to authority without considering other perspectives or adding personal insight, one forfeits the opportunity to truly exercise their intelligence in crafting a well-reasoned argument.

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Intelligence

By Leonardo da Vinci

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