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I don't think that's necessarily the case. In many situations, I think that smart people are those who know when and where to break the rules. Writing is a handy example; the best writers know when not to apply what they were taught.
I for one do not like to be confused, but if I understand what I'm doing well enough, thinking in terms of rules is unnecessary. I think many smart people are the same way.
Yes, I'm addressing a bit of straw smartie. I know smart folks who value noticing reality over finding rules to obey and rituals to perform... but I also have entirely too much experience with those who don't.