Quote by George Bernard Shaw

If all the economists were laid end to end, they'd never reach a conclusion.

If all the economists were laid end to end, they'd never rea

Summary

This quote satirically comments on the tendency of economists to have varying opinions and theories that often contradict one another. It highlights the lack of consensus within the field and suggests that even if economists were arranged in a linear manner, their analyses and perspectives would never align to form a definitive agreement. It humorously underscores the complexity and divisiveness of economic discussions and the challenges of reaching a solid conclusion in this particular discipline.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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