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James Watt by Andrew Carnegie

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Risk vs. Security

"Is it morally justifiable to risk financial ruin in pursuit of a grand vision, or is it more responsible to prioritize the security and well-being of oneself and one's family?"

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Dr. Roebuck
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Thomas Watt
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Innovation vs. Practicality

"Is it more valuable to pursue revolutionary inventions that may take years to realize or to focus on practical improvements that offer immediate benefits?"

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James Watt
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Matthew Boulton
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Science vs. Business

"Can the integrity of scientific pursuits be maintained within a commercial enterprise, or does the pursuit of profit inevitably compromise the pursuit of pure knowledge?"

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Professor Black
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Matthew Boulton
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Genius vs. Collaboration

"Are great inventions the result of individual genius or collaborative effort, and how should credit be distributed accordingly?"

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James Watt
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Matthew Boulton
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