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“I once delivered a simple ball, which I was told, had it gone far enough, would have been considered a wide” quote by Lewis Carroll
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“I once delivered a simple ball, which I was told, had it gone far enough, would have been considered a wide”

Lewis Carroll

About This Quote

Source Novel: Through the Looking‑Glass, 1871

A simple ball’s distance determines its classification, highlighting how minor changes affect outcomes

In simple terms: Small differences change results

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to details that alter perception

Themes

perception detail classification

Mood

playful thoughtful

Type

literary educational

When to use this quote

  • sports scoring
  • educational games
  • quality control

Key Concepts

Physics of motion linguistic nuance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What other factors influence classification?
  • How can we teach nuanced judgment?
A Different Perspective

Not all outcomes are solely based on distance

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