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Question
Write your counterview in a paragraph on the topic ‘Short cuts to success is not a wrong choice’:
Use the following points:
- Followed by people with wrong principles.
- Quality of work will suffer.
- The result will not last long.
- Limitations to creative thinking.
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Solution
While some may argue that shortcuts to success save time and effort, it is important to understand that shortcuts are not a wise or sustainable choice. They are often followed by people who adopt the wrong principles, valuing quick gains over honesty and hard work. This approach may help in achieving temporary success, but in the long run, the quality of work suffers. When individuals skip essential steps in learning or execution, their foundation remains weak, and the results do not last long. Moreover, relying on shortcuts discourages original thinking and problem-solving, leading to limitations in creativity. True success is built on dedication, perseverance, and innovation — not on taking the easy way out.
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