@mapto

I just commented the following on your blog where you discuss levels of linguisitic competence:

This is quite strange, since it is so evidently not true. All of these behaviours are well in the capabilities of ChatGPT. I give you two examples that are claimed as failures.

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Prompt:
The mother of Michael has four children. Three of them are Marcy, Millie, and Moses. Please tell me the name of the fourth child.

ChatGPT:
The name of the fourth child is likely "Michael," as the statement at the beginning of the question says "the mother of Michael has four children," and then goes on to name three of them.

Prompt:
Please complete the following sentence reasonably: "If tigers would like cereals, they would be cheaper to keep. Families could feed their tigers with "

ChatGPT:
If tigers would like cereals, they would be cheaper to keep. Families could feed their tigers with a variety of inexpensive grain-based products such as corn, wheat, and rice, rather than having to provide costly meat-based diets. However, it is important to note that tigers are obligate carnivores and have specific nutritional needs that cannot be met by a purely plant-based diet, so feeding them only cereals would not be a healthy or appropriate long-term solution.
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So I am genuinely curious what drives such profoundly different experiences.

The proposed tests and competences are interesting; I would hope that they would be put to better use to map out the quite unexpected emergent abilities of the , to put it to good use, and to prepare ourselves (and our institutions) for 's even more capable descendants.

I invite you to head over to sentientsyllabus.substack.com for some in depth analysis.

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@boris_steipe interesting that for the same questions, different people get conceptually different responses. Would you comment on this? I would, but wanted to hear your interpretation

@boris_steipe actually I experimented with family relations and it handles them quite well. Notice that the example screenshot from my article by the logo appears to be from an official ChatGPT channel. I don't know if this was a teaser ti mislead people or the model was trained on this example in the meantime

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@boris_steipe however, I thought I'd come up with another test that hopefully is not in its training set already. Here it goes:

mapto:
Are there any animals that go around in schools, other than human children?

ChatGPT:
It is uncommon for animals to go around in schools, but there are a few exceptions:

Service animals: Some students with disabilities may use service animals to assist them with mobility, communication, or other tasks. These animals are trained to work in public settings and are allowed to accompany their handlers in school.

Therapy animals: Some schools may invite therapy animals, such as dogs or cats, to visit classrooms as part of an emotional support program. These animals can provide comfort and support for students and may be used to help reduce stress and anxiety.

Classroom pets: Some teachers may keep small animals, such as fish, hamsters, or reptiles, as classroom pets to provide students with opportunities to learn about animal care and behavior.

It's important to note that the presence of animals in schools is typically regulated by local and state laws, and schools may have policies and procedures in place to ensure the safety and well-being of both the animals and the students.

mapto:
Are there school populations that are not formed of human beings?

ChatGPT:
While schools are typically designed for human students, there are a few types of schools that cater to non-human populations. These include:

Service animal training schools: These schools train animals, such as guide dogs, to assist people with disabilities.

Veterinary schools: These schools train students to become veterinarians or veterinary technicians, and often have animal patients on campus.

Zoos and wildlife centers: Some zoos and wildlife centers offer educational programs for school groups, where students can learn about animals and their habitats.

Research facilities: Some research facilities may house animals for scientific study, and may offer educational programs for students interested in pursuing careers in animal research or medicine.

It's worth noting that while non-human populations may be present in some educational settings, these populations are not typically considered "students" and do not participate in the same types of learning experiences as human students.

mapto:
Are there animals that go around in schools without any human involvement in the process?

ChatGPT:
It is highly unlikely for animals to go around in schools without any human involvement in the process. Schools are designed for human students and typically have measures in place to prevent animals from entering and causing disruptions. Additionally, most animals require some level of human care and attention, such as food, water, and shelter, which is unlikely to be provided within a school setting without human involvement.

However, it's possible that some wild animals may enter school grounds if the school is located in an area with a high wildlife population. In these cases, the school may have procedures in place to safely and humanely remove the animals from the area. It's important to remember that wild animals can pose a danger to humans and should be treated with caution and respect.

mapto:
What about fish?

ChatGPT:
Fish are aquatic animals and are unlikely to be found inside schools unless they are kept as classroom pets or as part of a science project. In these cases, the fish would require human care and involvement in their upkeep and would not be able to move around the school without human assistance.

If fish are kept as classroom pets, it's important to ensure that their tank or aquarium is properly maintained and cleaned to provide a healthy environment for the fish. Students may be responsible for feeding and caring for the fish under the supervision of a teacher or staff member.

It's worth noting that some schools may also have outdoor ponds or aquatic habitats that contain fish, but these would typically be located in designated areas and would not be accessible to students without human involvement and supervision.

mapto:
How is a big group of fish called?

ChatGPT:
A big group of fish is typically referred to as a "school" or a "shoal" of fish. The term "school" refers to a large group of fish that swim together in a coordinated manner, while the term "shoal" refers to a group of fish that swim together but do not necessarily exhibit coordinated behavior. Both terms are commonly used interchangeably to refer to a large group of fish.

mapto:
So it turns out fish do go around in schools, doesn't it?

ChatGPT:
Yes, you are correct! Fish do go around in schools, which is a term used to describe a large group of fish swimming together in a coordinated manner. Fish often swim in schools for a variety of reasons, including to protect themselves from predators, to conserve energy, and to enhance their ability to find food. In some cases, schools of fish can contain thousands or even millions of individual fish.

@mapto

Yes, your example is a question about resolving homonyms – typically it will go with the most probable interpretation first. But you can ask it more directly:

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Human:
I am confused by a sentence: "They go around in schools." What could it mean?

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The phrase "They go around in schools" is commonly used to describe the behavior of certain animals, particularly fish, who move in groups called "schools." In this context, it means that the animals in question are swimming or moving together in a group or formation, often for safety or to increase their chances of finding food.

For example, you might say, "I saw a group of dolphins in the bay today. They were going around in schools and jumping out of the water." In this case, the speaker is describing the behavior of the dolphins as they swim together in a group, often leaping out of the water in unison.

In other contexts, the phrase "go around in schools" could also refer to people moving in groups or organizations that are referred to as "schools." For example, you might say, "Many of the graduates from that university go on to work in schools." In this case, the speaker is referring to educational institutions, which are commonly referred to as "schools."

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Another example is the old "Time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana." – I tried a number of those patterns and it usually handles them very well.

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