ct opinion. Even though he was able to ascertain the correct answer, there is no guarantee that he could do it again, and apply the Pythagorean theorem to other problems requiring its usage. This is an example of how true knowledge is better than true opinion or true belief. Socrates was showing that, we might not be aware that we have the knowledge, but when the proper questions are asked, the new realize that we know the answer. I do not know if Socrates overcame the paradox, because it is a very difficult concept to swallow. Socrates is claiming that the individual has the knowledge, as though the individual is completely independent. I disagree. If Socrates had never asked the slave boy the right questions, the boy would have gone on forever, never being aware that he retained this knowledge. I do agree with the fact that knowledge is inside, but I do not believe the individual should have all the credit for acquiring this knowledge. An analogy I always think of with this is like so: My friend believes that I have a gold mine in my backyard. He tells me he believes this information, and asks me if I agree. I say that yes, it is possible I have a gold mine in my backyard. So I decide to dig, and strike gold. The gold has always been there in my backyard, therefore it is mine. However, am I completely responsible for having acquired this gold? Absolutely not. The gold mine is knowledge, and we cannot obtain it without the help of others. The slave boy could not have been able to obtain it without Socrates to help, jut like I am not able to able the knowledge inside, without attending school. ...
