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Freakonomics Radio

483. What’s Wrong With Shortcuts?

Nov 18, 2021
43:20

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  • Shortcuts revolutionize problem-solving by offering efficient ways to achieve solutions.
  • Shortcuts can be applied to various domains, from music to technology, enhancing efficiency and navigating complexities.

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The Power of Shortcuts in Problem-Solving

Shortcuts, as exemplified by mathematical prodigy Karl Friedrich Gauss, can revolutionize problem-solving by offering efficient ways to achieve solutions. Gauss's method of quickly summing numbers from 1 to 100 showcased the effectiveness of thinking innovatively and avoiding conventional plodding approaches.

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