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142. The tendency to take things for granted is understandable , but the need for one to rationally evaluate the circumstances of any situation is absolutely essential . 想当然的倾向是可以理解的，但是，理智地估计任何情形的情况是完全必需的。 143. Most people are under the illusion that a college degree guarantees success . There is no such guarantee without hard work . 许多人错误地认为大学学位能保证成功。不努力工作就没有这样的保证。 144. Some stubbornly hold to the correctness of traditional practices , but in so doing they seem to totally ignore the fact that progress depends on change . 一些人固执地坚持传统做法的正确性，但是，他们这么做，似乎完全忽视了进步依靠变化的事实。 145. Generally speaking , previous parliamentary policy debates ignored the relevance of transparency . 总的来说，以前议会中针对政策的辩论忽视了透明度的重要性。 146. A precise definition of poverty is actually very difficult to determine . Where does one draw the line between those who are poor and those who are not ? 对贫困的精确定义实际上是很难的。如何在贫穷和非贫穷的人之间划一条界限呢? 147. Admittedly , bribery and corruption are endemic to our political and economic systems , but it doesnt necessarily follow that all politicians and business people resort to illicit behavior . | 
