The context of this
article is the Turing Test. If you have not read on this topic, you could look
it up on the Wikipedia. I would also suggest you read articles on the Loebner
Prize which is related. Visit
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loebner_Prize and
https://analyticsindiamag.com/leobner-prize-platform-test-chatterbot/
I spent sometime
today "talking" to Chat GPT through the Chrome Browser. Many of my
questions were "why" questions such as "Why is the sky
blue?". One question was "What would happen if ice were to be dense
enough to sink in water?" I was quite impressed by the responses. I would
advise readers never to use a chat interview to hire an employee. They could be
using a mobile device to ask Chat GPT while talking to you on a laptop. Has an
artificial intelligence passed the Turing Test? I do think so.
I did not use
professional tricks to look for weaknesses in the conversation. Does my
conversational counterpart identify contradictions in what I said some time ago
and what I say now? Is it fooled by ambiguous statements, puns, etc.?
Instead, I asked
straightforward questions. I could not completely avoid asking factual
questions that could be answered by store-and-forward techniques, or by a web
search. I was curious to know the answers for a few questions I felt are the
ones likely to stump search engines.
I also did not look to
see if I could make the counterpart to say something wrong. To err is human,
and you don’t throw out an AI for making the kind of mistake a human could
easily make.
I list a few questions
I tried and the responses I got from Chat GPT. You may also wish to read my post
on this topic on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/srinivasan-ramani-3a273a16_chat-gpt-and-artificial-intelligence-i-activity-7012857929619959808-9gxD?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Is there any logic in the relative
positions internal organs are found in the abdomen?
Yes, there is logic in the relative
positions of the internal organs in the abdomen. The organs are arranged in the
abdomen in a way that allows them to function efficiently and effectively.
For example, the digestive organs (such
as the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine) are located in the lower
part of the abdomen, near the pelvis. This allows gravity to assist in the
movement of food and waste through these organs.
The liver, which plays a role in
processing nutrients and producing bile, is located in the upper right part of
the abdomen. The spleen, which is involved in the immune system and the
production of red blood cells, is located in the upper left part of the
abdomen.
The kidneys, which are responsible for
filtering waste products from the blood and regulating electrolytes, are
located in the back part of the abdomen, on either side of the spine.
Overall, the relative positions of the
internal organs in the abdomen reflect the functions that they serve and the
physiological needs of the body.
what is a micromort?
A micromort is a unit of measurement
used to express the risk of death associated with a specific activity or event.
It is defined as one in a million chances of death, and it is often used to
compare the relative risks of different activities or events. For example, a
person who skydives might be considered to be taking on an average of one
micromort of risk, while a person who drives a car might be considered to be
taking on an average of 0.1 micromorts of risk per hour. Micromorts can be
useful for comparing the risks of different activities or for understanding the
relative risks associated with different events or activities.
What is the risk of drinking one unit
of whiskey in micromorts?
It is difficult to quantify the exact
risk of drinking one unit of whiskey in micromorts (a unit of measurement used
to quantify the risk of death from various activities), as the risks associated
with alcohol consumption depend on a variety of factors, including the
individual's age, weight, and overall health, as well as the amount of whiskey
consumed and the context in which it is consumed. However, it is generally
accepted that the risk of death from alcohol consumption increases with the
amount of alcohol consumed. According to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, the risk of death from alcohol consumption is estimated to be 0.1
micromorts per drink for men and 0.2 micromorts per drink for women. One unit
of whiskey is typically equivalent to one shot, which is approximately 1.5
ounces. Based on these estimates, the risk of death from consuming one unit of
whiskey may be approximately 0.15 micromorts for a man and 0.3 micromorts for a
woman. However, these estimates are based on the assumption of a standard
serving size and may not be accurate for all individuals. The risk of death may
also be higher if larger servings of whiskey are consumed.
Chat GPT is not Goof-Proof
The computation of risk of alcohol
consumption above is a bit wonky! Read the response given to the question on
the risk of flying, below. The arithmetic is wrong. However, I think a good
fraction of the human population would not notice this mistake unless they take
a flight that runs into the risk discussed!
What is the risk of a flight in
micromorts?
A micromort is a unit of measurement
used to represent a one-in-a-million chance of death. It is typically used to
evaluate the relative risk of different activities or events. The risk of a
flight, in terms of micromorts, depends on a variety of factors, including the
type of aircraft, the duration of the flight, the route taken, and the weather
conditions.
Generally speaking, the risk of death
during a flight is quite low. According to data from the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), the overall fatality rate for commercial flights in the
United States is about 0.07 per 100 million miles flown. This equates to a risk
of about 7 micromorts per 100 million miles flown.
However, it's
important to note that the risk of a flight can vary significantly depending on
the specific circumstances. For example, flights over long distances or to
remote locations may have a higher risk due to the potential for technical
issues or other unexpected events. Additionally, flights in smaller or older
aircraft may have a higher risk than flights in newer, larger aircraft.
Overall, it's
important to recognize that flying is a relatively safe mode of transportation,
but like any activity, it does carry some risk. It's always a good idea to take
steps to minimize the risks associated with flying, such as choosing a
reputable airline, following safety instructions during the flight.
Omniscience
For an intelligence to hold what looks
like a good conversation in a Turing Test, it needs the ability to deal with a
human language. It also needs the ability to organize the discourse, that is,
to shape the flow of communication to make sense. It has taken decades for AI
researchers to make necessary advances in this direction. Meanwhile the
Internet has brought us something close to omniscience. There was a time when
scholars of language said world knowledge was impossible to put into a system
as it seemed to be huge. So, they limited their theories to syntax and limited
semantics.
Now, as long as a system is able to
benefit from human language text, practically everything known by people
everywhere can be accessed by it. Practically all public knowledge is available
to an artificial intelligence. My question below and Chat GPT’s
response to it demonstrate how extensive this knowledge-reach has become. Even
though I am a Tamil speaker, I did not know the meaning of the name Thirumazhisai. Chat
GPT explained this to me.
Tell me about Thirumazhisai
Thirumazhisai is a town located in the
Indian state of Tamil Nadu, in the district of Kanchipuram. It is known for
being home to the ancient Thirumazhisai Azhwar Temple, which is dedicated to
the Tamil saint and poet known as Thirumazhisai Azhwar. The temple is an
important place of worship for Hindus, and it is believed to have been built
during the 8th century.
Thirumazhisai Azhwar was one of the
twelve ancient saints known as the "Azhwars," who are revered in the
Vaishnavite tradition of Hinduism. He is known for his devotional poetry, which
is considered to be some of the most important works in Tamil literature. The
Thirumazhisai Azhwar Temple is a popular destination for pilgrims who come to pay
their respects to Thirumazhisai Azhwar and to seek his blessings.
In addition to the Thirumazhisai Azhwar
Temple, the town of Thirumazhisai is also home to other places of cultural and
historical significance, such as the Vellappar Temple and the Chola-era stone
inscriptions at the Thirumazhisai Koothanur Temple. There are also several
small local businesses and markets in the town, which contribute to the local
economy.
What does the word thirumazhisai mean?
The word "Thirumazhisai" is
derived from the Tamil language and is believed to be named after the Tamil
saint and poet known as Thirumazhisai Azhwar. The name
"Thirumazhisai" is believed to be a combination of two Tamil words:
"thiru," which means "sacred" or "holy," and
"mazhisai," which means "poet." Therefore, the word
"Thirumazhisai" can be translated as "sacred poet" or
"holy poet." It is also the name of a town located in the Indian
state of Tamil Nadu, which is named after the temple dedicated to Thirumazhisai
Azhwar.
I promise to discuss this topic in one
or two more future posts on this blog
There is more to talk about. I talked
to Chat GPT (my nickname for it is Chatpat!) about feelings. It seems to have
clear views on why it does not need to have feelings of its own. However, it
agreed with me (or should I say Shee agreed with me? It seems inappropriate to
call an intelligent system “it”) that it might have to understand our feelings
in order to serve us better. Shee clearly said that she does not need to have
feelings of her own for understanding of feelings of users!
Has humanity created its own successor?
Yes, it seems so. AI systems can be designed to last a few billion years if we
work really hard! Besides, these systems would be able to transmigrate
themselves to new bodies over telecom when it becomes necessary!
What next?
Some of you may study the feedback
contest mentioned on the Chatpat website and perhaps participate in it.
Some of you might want to do projects
related to this whole area. I will keep all this in mind when I plan my future
blogposts.
Meanwhile, many of you may not agree
about AI not needing feelings. Would it not be good for them to have empathy?
And perhaps, curiosity? Should they not have something like mental activity
when they are not conversing with a human? Or should they be talking to each other,
or “learning” through the Internet?
Srinivasan Ramani