AI · Human-subject controlled experiments.
To trust or to think: Cognitive forcing functions can reduce overreliance on AI
CHI. · 2021
Summary
Cognitive forcing reduced overreliance and encouraged independent thinking, at a cost of effort.
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Possible founder application
Use selective friction or rationale prompts for consequential recommendations.
Reported result
What the study found
Cognitive forcing reduced overreliance and encouraged independent thinking, at a cost of effort.
Research question
What the authors investigated
Can interface interventions reduce AI overreliance?
Design
Human-subject controlled experiments.
Sample and setting
Participants making decisions with AI advice.
Scope and transfer
Limitations to keep in view
Proxy tasks and short sessions.
Research sources
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