141. While the inclination to procrastinate is common , one must fully consider the detrimental impact of unnecessary delays . 【译文】虽然拖延的倾向是普遍的,但是人们应该充分考虑到不必要的延误造成的有害影响。 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 . 【译文】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 . 【译文】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 . 【译文】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。