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Sometimes, ideas for inventions don't work out the way the inventor intended. So the inventor goes back to the drawing board. Below is a quote from Thomas Edison, a famous inventor. Do you agree or disagree with this?


"Just because something doesn't do what you planned it to do doesn't mean it's useless."


Agree
Disagree


Explain why you voted the way you did.


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Answer 1

I agree with Thomas Edison’s statement. An invention may not achieve its intended purpose, but that doesn't render it useless. Often, unexpected outcomes can lead to new discoveries, uses, or improvements. For example, many inventions, like post-it notes or Velcro, emerged from mistakes or unintended results, ultimately finding valuable applications. Embracing these outcomes can foster innovation and creativity.