Is Schrodinger's Cat a Quantum Physics Trap?

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The discussion centers around a playful exchange regarding a cat picture thread on a forum, referencing Schrödinger's cat as a metaphor for differing perceptions of reality. One participant humorously claims to have observed a dead cat, while another insists they saw it alive, highlighting the subjective nature of observation. The conversation suggests that engaging with cat pictures is akin to a cat's instinctual response to a laser pointer, implying that users are irresistibly drawn to such content despite its triviality. The thread emphasizes the enjoyment of participating in the discussion, even when aware of its playful nature.
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Actually I observed the cat to be dead. Sorry.
 
StevieTNZ said:
Actually I observed the cat to be dead. Sorry.

Well, I observed it to be alive, so there!
 
I gather that we observed two different cats. and in doing so, one died and another lived. RIP dead Schrodinger cat.
 
Evo said:
We have a thread for cat pictures. https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=130472&page=185

This is actually a trap. Doesn't matter that I told you, since people that post pictures of cats think like cats, themselves - meaning you'll respond to a cat picture thread the same way a cat responds to a laser pointer. Doesn't matter if there's nothing actually there, you won't be able resist it, regardless.

It just makes it more fun if you know it's a trap ahead of time and follow the thread, anyway.
 

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