Quotation by

Albert Einstein

The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination.

Imagination

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Einstein is saying that having facts or information alone does not show real intelligence; instead, being able to think creatively and come up with new ideas is what truly matters. Imagination allows people to explore possibilities beyond what is already known, which is a deeper form of understanding.

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