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“A child of five would understand this. Send someone to fetch a child of five.”

Groucho Marx

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This saying is often used to point out that something is very simple to understand. It humorously suggests that even a young child can grasp the concept. Imagine explaining a straightforward idea, like sharing toys. Most five-year-olds know that sharing is good. If an adult can't understand that simple idea, you would joke that you need a child to explain it to them. It’s a playful way to tell someone that what you're talking about is not complicated. In real life, if you're stuck on an easy problem, this quote reminds you to relax and maybe step back and see it from a simpler point of view.

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