Dilbert cartoon first published on Monday 14th October 2002

Dilbert//4930, first published 24 years ago on Monday 14th October 2002

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man on moon recycled paper flawed analogy good analogies

Official transcript

The Boss says to Dilbert, "If we can put a man on the moon, we can build a computer made entirely of recycled paper."

Dilbert responds, "Your flawed analogy only shows that other people can do other things."

The Boss says, "Maybe you should call other people and ask how they do it."

Dilbert responds, "Maybe they use good analogies."

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

IF LUE CAN PUT A MAN ON THE MOON, WE CAN BUILD A COMPUTER MADE ENTIRELY OF RECYCLED PAPER.

YOUR FLAWED ANALOGY ONLY SHOWS THAT OTHER PEOPLE CAN DO OTHER THINGS.

MAYBE YOU SHOULD CALL OTHER PEOPLE AND ASK HOW THEY DO IT.

MAYBE THEY USE GOOD ANALOGIES.

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AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "Flawed Analogy"

Summary:

The comic strip features Dilbert, a character known for his sarcastic wit, engaging in a conversation with a man on the moon. The man on the moon suggests that if they can put a man on the moon, they can build a computer made entirely of recycled paper. Dilbert responds with a flawed analogy, pointing out that just because something is possible, it doesn't mean it's practical or useful.

The conversation continues with the man on the moon asking how they can use the computer, and Dilbert responds by suggesting they use good analogies. The strip ends with the man on the moon looking puzzled, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.

Key Points:

• The comic strip pokes fun at the idea of flawed analogies and the importance of practicality.
• Dilbert's sarcasm and wit are on full display as he responds to the man on the moon's suggestion.
• The strip highlights the importance of critical thinking and evaluating the usefulness of ideas.

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