Quote by Sherrill Brown

It costs to be stupid. The stupider you are, the more it costs.

It costs to be stupid. The stupider you are, the more it cos

Summary

This quote suggests that ignorance and stupidity come with consequences. The more unintelligent a person is, the higher the price they pay in terms of missed opportunities, poor decision-making, and negative experiences. It implies that a lack of intelligence can lead to costly mistakes, both in terms of personal growth and external impacts. In essence, it serves as a warning to value knowledge and intelligence, as the expenses of ignorance can accumulate over time.

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Ignorance & Stupidity

By Sherrill Brown

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