“A good decision is based on knowledge and not on numbers.”

—  Plato

The quote "A good decision is based on knowledge and not on numbers." is famous quote attributed to Plato (-427–-347 BC), Classical Greek philosopher.

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Classical Greek philosopher -427–-347 BC

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