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When someone says, That's a good question. You can be sure it's a lot better than the answer you're going to get.

When someone says, That's a good question. You can be sure i

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone responds with "That's a good question," it often implies that the forthcoming answer may not be satisfactory or insightful compared to the quality of the question being asked. It indicates that the question poses an intellectual challenge that the person may struggle to answer or may not have a satisfactory response ready. It serves as a playful remark about the potential contrast in the quality of the question and the quality of the answer that follows.

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