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15 Wise people want to learn more, so they listen closely to gain knowledge.

16 Gifts can open many doors and help you meet important people.

17 The first person to speak always seems right until someone comes and asks the right questions.

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15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge,(A)
    for the ears of the wise seek it out.

16 A gift(B) opens the way
    and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.

17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,
    until someone comes forward and cross-examines.

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