Dilbert cartoon first published on Saturday 13th June 1998

Dilbert//3346, first published 28 years ago on Saturday 13th June 1998

Tags

dangerous asbestos every room scientific process attrition

Official transcript

Wally, Dilbert, and The Boss siting at table. The Boss reads from a sheet of paper, "Dangerous asbestos has been found in every room in our building."

The Boss continues, "The problem will be addressed using a ... scientific process."

Wally, Dilbert, and The Boss sitting at table. The Boss continues, "Something called attrition."

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

DANGEROUS ASBESTOS HAS BEEN FOUND IN EVERY ROOM IN OUR BUILDING.

THE PROBLEM WILL BE ADDRESSED USING A ... SCIENTIFIC PROCESS.

SOMETHING CALLED ATTRITION.

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AI Analysis

The comic strip is titled "Something Called Attrition."

Summary:

The comic strip depicts a meeting of scientists discussing the issue of asbestos in their building. The first scientist states that dangerous asbestos has been found in every room in the building, and the second scientist suggests addressing the problem using a scientific process. However, the third scientist interrupts, saying "Something called attrition," implying that the problem will simply go away on its own over time.

Humor:

The humor in this comic strip comes from the absurdity of the third scientist's suggestion. The idea that a serious safety issue like asbestos can be ignored because it will eventually resolve itself through attrition is ridiculous and highlights the lack of concern for the well-being of the scientists and the building's occupants. The punchline is unexpected and ironic, adding to the comedic effect.

Overall:

The comic strip uses satire to comment on the lack of attention to safety issues in the workplace. It pokes fun at the idea that some people might be willing to ignore serious problems in the hopes that they will resolve themselves without action. The use of humor and irony makes the comic strip an effective commentary on the importance of prioritizing safety and taking proactive measures to address potential hazards.

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