ask a silly question, get a silly answer

proverb

ask a silly question, get a silly answer

proverb
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If one asks a question that is stupid or to which the answer is obvious, one should not be surprised or displeased to receive a silly or bizarre response.

Related terms
garbage in, garbage out, play stupid games, win stupid prizes

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