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Albert Einstein's Thoughts on Imagination

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What does Einstein believe is the main advantage of imagination over knowledge?

Access to historical facts
Source of all knowledge
Limited applicability
Unlimited scope (correct)

How does Einstein describe the role of imagination in relation to progress?

It stimulates progress (correct)
It replaces the need for evolution
It restricts progress due to its boundless nature
It converts knowledge into factual information

According to Einstein, what is a consequence of imagination encompassing the entire world?

It causes confusion between knowledge and imagination
It limits the growth of creativity
It gives birth to evolution (correct)
It leads to infinite knowledge

In what context does Einstein underscore the importance of imagination?

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Which statement reflects Einstein's view on knowledge compared to imagination?

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Imagination vs Knowledge

Imagination is more crucial than knowledge due to its limitless nature.

Importance of Imagination

Imagination drives progress and evolution across the world.

Limitations of Knowledge

Knowledge is confined; it can’t encompass endless possibilities like imagination.

Einstein's View

Einstein believed that imagination fosters advancements beyond mere knowledge.

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Cosmic Religion

A concept by Einstein that relates to the expansive nature of imagination in understanding the universe.

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Study Notes

Albert Einstein Quote

Imagination is more important than knowledge.
Knowledge is limited, whereas imagination encompasses the entire world.
Imagination stimulates progress and gives birth to evolution.

Einstein's Background

Albert Einstein's quote was stated in 1931.
In 1940, after migrating to the US, the photograph was taken in Princeton, New Jersey.

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