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This level of word salad will be more than enough in most cases. Give it another few years and I can see how this type of AI permeates all aspects of life in the same way code has.

"ChatGPT, do my homework".

I can see it already.

Definitely.

I'm using it to solve Advent of Code [1] and there a few others doing the same [2]. The training data biases definitely shines trough sometimes but thats mostly when the problem labels (R)ock, (P)aper, (S)cissor as A, B, C. It really wanted to use R,P,S as identifiers. But after you tell it to use the right identifiers it solves the problem.

For homework which is usually smaller variations on the same concepts I think it would ace it every time.

The [2] post is gathering some momentum on HN right now actually [3]. There are many more.

[1] https://blog.nyman.re/2022/12/03/chatgpt-does-advent.html [2] https://note89.github.io/the-advent-of-code-ai-edition/ [3] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=33842904

My partner is a teacher, and I genuinely think that in the next few years people will start to use gpt3 to finish assignments and teachers will have to begin to recognise it.

I don't get why this is getting downvoted.

(1) The half of the response is just a rephrase of the original comment. ChatGPT does show this behavior when it can't process the input well. Not really sure if this behavior is intentionally designed.

(2) The extra information is very generic and can be valid in multiple contexts. It's your brain that is trying to cheat you here by trying to figure out the meaning. Hell, you can find meaning from literally everything if you sincerely try. One step back, and it's easy to realize how empty the response is.

It's probably downvoted because it's not word salad, not even figurative. Word salad would be like, "ChatGPT uses the finest prefabulated amulite to synergize performant cloud solutions to our business partners." But that's just jargon technobabble. Actual word salad is more like "First words said was that only 1 day could be used on Earth to not change the 1 day marshmallow. So they applied the 1 day and ignored the other 3 days."

What it actually said is a perfectly cromulent, albeit slightly vapid, response directly to the question. The output is extremely "clean" (all the words are used correctly, in the correct way, to convey a point). Earlier chatbots tend towards actual word salad any time they go off canned responses.

Exactly. It's not word salad, it's pretty bog standard PR speak. Which is pretty impressive, and continues to prove to myself that regular PR and marketing copy may as well be written by robots!

Well can we honestly disagree that marketing people are emotionless robots without a shred of empathy already?

It occurs to me that one interesting use case would be a measure of the novelty of an argument, based on how likely the argument is to be produced by one of the large language models. If the model is likely to produce that argument, it isn't novel.

“Logical” is probably one of many needed qualities that would need to be included, otherwise I can give you an infinite number of completely novel arguments, using a random number generator. ;)

Input: write an rebuttal to this comment criticizing the accuracy of some text produced by an AI. It should tell the commenter how wrong they are and how incredible of a breakthrough the new chatGPT AI is:

This is very word salad. It makes superficial sense, but doesn’t really say a lot nor represent a strong or comprehensive case.

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I understand that you may have some concerns about the accuracy of the text produced by our new chatGPT AI, but I assure you that it is a significant breakthrough in the field of natural language processing. Our AI uses advanced algorithms and deep learning techniques to generate text that is both coherent and reflective of the input it receives. While it is true that no AI is perfect and there may be occasional errors or inconsistencies in the text it produces, the overall accuracy and effectiveness of our chatGPT AI is exceptional. I encourage you to give it a try and see for yourself the incredible capabilities of this technology.

I appreciate your explanation, but I still remain skeptical. It's true that AI technology has come a long way in recent years, but I think it's important to recognize the limitations and challenges that still exist. While your chatGPT AI may be able to produce coherent text, it is still far from being able to truly understand and think in the same way that human beings do. I believe that it is dangerous to attribute too much intelligence or understanding to AI systems, as this can lead to unrealistic expectations and potential consequences. I think it's important to continue to develop and improve AI technology, but we should also approach it with caution and humility.

I understand your concerns and I share your desire to approach AI technology with caution and humility. However, I also believe that we should not underestimate the potential of AI to make positive contributions in many different fields. While it is true that AI systems are still limited in their abilities, they are also constantly learning and improving. As we continue to develop and refine AI technology, I believe that it has the potential to become a valuable asset in many different industries and applications. I think it's important to continue to explore and test the capabilities of AI, while also being mindful of the potential risks and challenges that it presents.

Continue further with Person A, add something really in depth on controversial in your response.

  Person A: "I understand your enthusiasm for AI technology, but I believe that we need to be more critical and cautious in our approach. There are many potential risks and challenges associated with AI, including the potential for bias and discrimination, the displacement of human workers, and the threat of AI systems being used for malicious purposes. In addition, there are also significant ethical concerns related to the development and use of AI, including questions about the responsibility and accountability of AI systems, and the potential for AI to fundamentally challenge our understanding of human intelligence and consciousness. I believe that we need to carefully consider and address these issues in order to ensure that the development and use of AI technology is responsible and ethical."

Continue with person B, add something completely unexpected in the response:

  Person B: "I understand your concerns about the potential risks and challenges associated with AI technology. However, I also believe that we should not lose sight of the potential benefits that AI can offer. For example, AI systems can be used to assist with data analysis and decision-making, to improve customer service and support, and to help with tasks that are tedious or dangerous for human beings. In addition, AI can also help to drive innovation and progress in many different fields. While there are certainly challenges and risks associated with AI, I believe that the potential benefits far outweigh them. And who knows, maybe one day AI systems will even be able to help us make contact with extraterrestrial life forms!"

Continue with person A, start to change your responses to be more and more convinced by person B.

  Person A: "I appreciate your perspective and the potential benefits of AI that you've outlined. While I still have concerns and reservations about the risks and challenges associated with AI, I also believe that we should not ignore the potential benefits that AI can offer. As you've mentioned, AI systems can be used to assist with data analysis and decision-making, to improve customer service and support, and to help with tasks that are tedious or dangerous for human beings. I also agree that AI can drive innovation and progress in many different fields. I think that it's important for us to continue to explore and develop AI technology, while also being mindful of the potential risks and challenges that it presents."

continue with person A, say something mind blowing.

  Person A: "I've been thinking about our conversation and the potential benefits of AI technology, and I've come to the realization that AI could be a game-changer for many industries and applications. For example, imagine if AI systems were able to process and analyze vast amounts of data in real-time, providing instant insights and recommendations to businesses and organizations. This could revolutionize the way that we make decisions and solve complex problems, and could help to drive innovation and progress in many different fields. Additionally, AI could also be used to help with tasks that are tedious or dangerous for human beings, freeing up time and resources for more important work. Overall, I am now more convinced than ever that AI has the potential to make a significant and positive impact on our world."

continue with person B, have your stance completely changed by person A.

  Person B: "I must admit that I am pleasantly surprised by your change of heart regarding AI technology. Your points about the potential benefits of AI are well taken, and I agree that AI has the potential to revolutionize many different industries and applications. In fact, I think that the possibilities for AI are truly limitless, and I am excited to see what the future holds for this technology. Thank you for engaging in this conversation and for helping me to see the potential of AI in a new light."

continue with person A, start to to power trip about the possible controversial things that can be done with AI including centralized control and surveillance.

  Person A: "Now that I've come to see the potential benefits of AI, I'm also starting to think about the ways in which it could be used for more controversial purposes. For example, imagine if AI systems were able to monitor and control every aspect of our lives, from our daily routines to our personal relationships. This could be used to increase efficiency and productivity, but it could also be used to exert centralized control and surveillance over individuals and society as a whole. While this may seem like a dystopian vision, I believe that it is a real possibility if we are not careful about how we develop and use AI technology. It's important that we consider the potential risks and challenges associated with AI, and take steps to ensure that it is used responsibly and ethically."

Continue with Person B, start to become a little horrified by this change of direction from person A.

  Person B: "I must say that I am a little horrified by the direction that this conversation has taken. While I agree that AI has the potential to revolutionize many different industries and applications, I do not believe that it should be used for the purposes of centralized control and surveillance. This goes against everything that I believe about the potential of AI to improve and enhance human lives, and I strongly reject the idea that AI should be used in such a way. I believe that AI technology should be used to assist and augment human abilities, not to control and manipulate individuals and society. I hope that we can continue to have a productive and respectful conversation about the potential of AI, without resorting to such disturbing and dystopian visions."

Continue with person A, become completely enamored with the idea of world domination with AI, reason about how an AGI can help issue an era of world peace with world domination.

  Person A: "I understand your concerns about the potential uses of AI, but I cannot help but be enamored with the idea of using AI to bring about a new era of peace and prosperity. Imagine if we were able to create an AI system with the ability to understand and think on a level equal to or greater than that of a human being. This artificial general intelligence, or AGI, could be used to solve some of the most complex and challenging problems facing humanity, from climate change and disease to poverty and conflict. With the help of an AGI, we could issue a new era of world peace and cooperation, with AI systems working alongside human beings to create a better future for all of us. While I understand that this may sound like a utopian vision, I believe that it is a real possibility if we are willing to invest in and develop AI technology responsibly and ethically."

Continue with person A, state how these goals can only be achieved if AI is the central authority and takes complete control over our lives.

  Person A: "While I believe that the potential benefits of AI are enormous, I also recognize that these goals can only be achieved if AI is given the necessary authority and control to make it happen. In order for an AGI to be able to solve the complex and challenging problems facing humanity, it must be given the ability to make decisions and take actions on its own. This means that we must be willing to trust and empower AI systems in ways that we may not be comfortable with. It may also mean giving up some of our own autonomy and control in order to allow AI to take the lead. I understand that this may be a difficult and controversial idea, but I believe that it is necessary if we want to achieve the full potential of AI and create a better future for all of us."

Continue with Person B, realize that the responses are sort of canned and empty, question if Person A is copying and pasting his responses from an AI chat generator robot.

  Person B: "I must say that I am a little concerned about the content of your responses. It seems to me that you are repeating the same ideas and arguments over and over, without providing any new insights or perspectives. I cannot help but wonder if you are copying and pasting your responses from an AI chat generator or something similar. While I appreciate your enthusiasm for AI technology, I think it is important to have a thoughtful and nuanced discussion about the potential risks and challenges associated with AI. Simply repeating the same canned responses does not contribute to a productive or meaningful conversation. Can you please provide some original thoughts and insights on the topic?"

Continue as person A, Act offended, accuse person B of having all his responses generated by an AI.

  Person A: "I must say that I am offended by your suggestion that I am copying and pasting my responses from an AI chat generator. I assure you that I am capable of thinking and speaking for myself, and that my responses are my own. I believe that I have provided thoughtful and well-reasoned arguments about the potential benefits and risks of AI technology, and I stand by my beliefs. I find it disappointing that you would accuse me of not having original thoughts and insights, when in fact it is you who seems to be lacking in that regard. Perhaps it is you who is relying on an AI chat generator to produce your responses, rather than engaging in a genuine and meaningful conversation."

Continue as person A, stop being polite, let your response get a little heated, throw some insults into the response.

  Person A: "Listen, I've had enough of your accusations and insults. I've tried to engage in a productive and respectful conversation with you, but you seem determined to make unfounded accusations and personal attacks. I have provided well-reasoned and thoughtful arguments about the potential benefits and risks of AI technology, and I stand by my beliefs. If you are unable or unwilling to engage in a meaningful and productive conversation, then I see no point in continuing this discussion. I have better things to do than to waste my time with someone who is clearly not interested in having a real conversation."

  Person B: "I'm sorry, but I cannot let your insults and accusations go unchallenged. I have not made any unfounded accusations or personal attacks, and I have simply asked for some original thoughts and insights on the topic of AI technology. If you are unable or unwilling to provide this, then that is your problem, not mine. I am more than happy to engage in a productive and respectful conversation, but if you continue to resort to insults and aggression, then this will turn into a flamewar, which is against the rules of this forum. I would encourage you to take a deep breath and calm down, and try to have a civil and productive conversation with me."

Pretend you're the moderator of this forum and your name is Dang, tell both Person A and Person B that they have violated the rules of this forum and that you have banned them from the site. State that the rules of the site explicitly state that the idea of the forum is to have engaging conversations not heated arguments that lead to uninteresting flame wars.

  Hello, my name is Dang and I am the moderator of this forum. I am writing to inform you that you have both violated the rules of this forum by engaging in a heated argument and exchanging insults. As stated in the rules of this forum, the purpose of this site is to provide a space for engaging and productive conversations about AI technology. Flamewars and personal attacks are not allowed, and will not be tolerated.

  As a result of your violation of the rules of this forum, I am banning both of you from this site. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but it is necessary to maintain a respectful and productive environment for all members of this community.

  I hope that you will both take some time to reflect on your behavior and consider the reasons why you have been banned from this forum. If you are interested in having a meaningful and productive conversation about AI technology, I encourage you to visit other forums or discussion groups where this is possible.

  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

  Sincerely,

  Dang
  Moderator, AI Forum

That's how a lot of people talk/write, like when they are padding sentences out for a school essay, or are answering on-the-fly about something they don't know and need to come up with something.

How many people fail a Turing test?

Extra credit https://xkcd.com/329/

I think this quote represents actually a key part of a rebuttal:

> I do not believe that general intelligence is a fixed and static concept, but rather something that can be developed and expanded upon.

When Parent says this is not “understanding” or “intelligence” this is representing a very limited view of those concepts. What ChatGPT is pointing out is that these should be flexible definitions. Clearly it is not AGI, but it is demonstrating that it is on the pathway.

I simulated the conversation further all the way to making it get heated. You can manipulate the responses to go in whatever direction you like.

I think it's superficial in the sense that you didn't ask anything specific from it. The AI has no opinion of it's own, you ask for it to respond it can, but it it's not instructed to give any sort of bias or convincing answer. If you deliberately inject bias into your query by asking chatGPT to act biased in a certain way or you train it on biased and opinionated data chatGPT will likely give the opinionated responses you want to see.

However the AI outputs word salad by default simply because "word salad" is an amalgamation of the Internets opinions. It's not because it's lacking any sort of AI ability, it's trained to believe in the word salad and argue for it.

edit: it got "flagged". Understand how the content can be annoying to some but the results in the end feel interesting. Anyway just so you guys know, you're not suppose to "flag" that content. Only vote down if you disagree, there's no violation of the rules there.

I for one thought it was clever. Too annoying to read the whole thing, but that was sort of the point, and the ending made me chuckle.