46. We must avoid overindulgence and conspicuous consumption . We must instead continue to recognize the benefits of thrift in order to protect our newfound prosperity .
我們必須避免過分放縱和鋪張浪費。相反，我們應(yīng)該繼續(xù)發(fā)揚節(jié)儉的優(yōu)點以守護(hù)我們新獲得的繁榮。
47. It is absolutely essential to reverse the irrational misuse of nonrenewable resources . For example , fuel-efficient motor vehicles must be developed to reduce oil consumption and alternative energy sources must be found to replace coal .
徹底改變對不可再生資源的非理性濫用是絕對有必要的。例如，必須開發(fā)節(jié)能的機動車減少汽油的消耗量，并且必須找到可替代能源取代煤。
48. While achieving success is easier said than done , persistence does in fact pay off . One of the most important traits of a successful person is self-confidence , another is desire , and still another is determination .
獲得成功說起來比做起來容易，然而堅持不懈確實會有好結(jié)果。成功人士的最重要的特征之一是自信，第二是渴望，還有一個是決心。
49. Recognizing a problem is the first step in finding a solution .
認(rèn)識到問題是找到解決辦法的第一步。
50. Many of the explanations offered thus far are at least to a certain extent valid , but none fully address the problem and the issue must be examined in a wider context .
我們必須避免過分放縱和鋪張浪費。相反，我們應(yīng)該繼續(xù)發(fā)揚節(jié)儉的優(yōu)點以守護(hù)我們新獲得的繁榮。
47. It is absolutely essential to reverse the irrational misuse of nonrenewable resources . For example , fuel-efficient motor vehicles must be developed to reduce oil consumption and alternative energy sources must be found to replace coal .
徹底改變對不可再生資源的非理性濫用是絕對有必要的。例如，必須開發(fā)節(jié)能的機動車減少汽油的消耗量，并且必須找到可替代能源取代煤。
48. While achieving success is easier said than done , persistence does in fact pay off . One of the most important traits of a successful person is self-confidence , another is desire , and still another is determination .
獲得成功說起來比做起來容易，然而堅持不懈確實會有好結(jié)果。成功人士的最重要的特征之一是自信，第二是渴望，還有一個是決心。
49. Recognizing a problem is the first step in finding a solution .
認(rèn)識到問題是找到解決辦法的第一步。
50. Many of the explanations offered thus far are at least to a certain extent valid , but none fully address the problem and the issue must be examined in a wider context .