Quote by Albert Einstein

Common sense is that layer of prejudices which we acquire before we are sixteen.

Common sense is that layer of prejudices which we acquire be

Summary

This quote suggests that common sense is not instinctive or inherent, but rather a product of the biases and preconceived notions we develop during our formative years. It implies that our understanding of the world is shaped by societal and cultural factors, as well as personal experiences, and these early influences heavily shape our perceptions and reasoning. Therefore, common sense can be seen as a lens through which we filter and interpret our experiences, sometimes limiting our thinking or inhibiting us from considering alternative perspectives.

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Commonsense

By Albert Einstein

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