I didn't mean to criticize the kid, although I can see how it came out as such. I'm criticizing the dads ability to showcase a great example of the "right info

I didn't mean to criticize the kid, although I can see how it came out as such. I'm criticizing the dads ability to showcase a great example of the "right information in the right detail without going into unnecessary explanations." And I think a big part of the authors choice of example is exactly because it is "tantalizing" - it piques your curiosity because there isn't enough information to make sense of the situation.