Paying Attention to Plucked Strings

Pulitzer reflects on his regret for not investigating a fascinating phenomenon he noticed years ago involving plucked strings on a banjo. He describes how this observable event, which he overlooked, could have led to significant recognition in science and technology. The phenomenon involves the sound and vibration of plucked strings, which diminish over time. Pulitzer's story highlights the importance of paying attention to the natural world and the potential for discovery in everyday observations.

What does Pulitzer regret not doing when he first noticed the phenomenon with plucked strings?

• Writing a book about it

• Investigating it further

• Discussing it with friends

• Ignoring it completely

What happens to a plucked string on a banjo according to Pulitzer?

• It breaks immediately

• It changes color

• It produces a sound and then stops

• It continues to vibrate indefinitely

How does Pulitzer describe the visibility of the plucked string phenomenon?

• Only experts can see it

• It requires special equipment

• It's a rare occurrence

• It's visible to anyone observant

What does Pulitzer believe would have happened if he had pursued his observation?

• He would have been ridiculed

• He would have lost interest

• He would have failed

• He would have become famous

What is the current status of the plucked string phenomenon according to Pulitzer?

• It's still a mystery

• It's well-known in some scientific fields

• It's only known to musicians

• It's been disproven