Quote by Dr. Carl Sagan

Knowing a great deal is not the same as being smart; intelligence is not information alone but also judgment, the manner in which information is collected and used

Knowing a great deal is not the same as being smart; intelli

Summary

This quote suggests that having a vast amount of knowledge or information does not necessarily make someone intelligent. Intelligence is not solely about how much you know, but also about having good judgment and the ability to effectively collect and use information. It implies that being smart requires not only the acquisition of knowledge but also the ability to critically analyze and make informed decisions based on that information.

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By Dr. Carl Sagan

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