“Even if all the experts agree, they may well be mistaken.”
— Bertrand Russell
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When a lot of smart people agree on something, it doesn’t always mean they are right. Sometimes, even experts can get things wrong. For example, a long time ago, people believed the Earth was flat. Everyone, including the smartest people back then, thought this idea was true. But they were mistaken. It was later discovered that the Earth is actually round. This shows that no matter how sure everyone seems, there is always a chance they might need to change their minds when new information comes up. So, it's important not to blindly trust something just because many experts say it; instead, keep an open mind and be ready to learn more.
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