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I asked it which was better, Lisp or Almonds. It said that was an impossible comparison like Apples and Oranges. Then I asked it which were more similar, Appl

I asked it which was better, Lisp or Almonds. It said that was an impossible comparison like Apples and Oranges. Then I asked it which were more similar, Apples & Oranges or Lisp & Almonds. It said it is impossible to classify either of those two pairs as more similar because they too fundamentally different. It couldn't come up with anything like Lisp is not edible. Or that Apples and Oranges are both sweet and Lisp and Almonds don't share any common traits. It seems like it has far more trouble with weird questions like this that even a small child will instantly figure out than it does with anything that seems like a lookup of information.

losvedir 4y ago
I hear people with these outrageous examples and I have to wonder how or what you're actually trying? I just asked GPT-4 (via chat.openai.com): > Which is more similar, Apples & Oranges or Lisp & Almonds? and it said: > When comparing these two pairs, the more similar pair would be Apples & Oranges. Both apples and oranges are fruits, and they share many characteristics, such as being edible, containing vitamins and nutrients, and growing on trees. > On the other hand, Lisp & Almonds are quite dissimilar. Lisp is a programming language used for computing and software development, while almonds are a type of nut commonly consumed as a food item. They belong to completely different categories and share almost no common characteristics. And the question about which is better had a reasonable answer, too. This is GPT-3.5 but GPT-4 was roughly equivalent: > It's not really possible to compare the relative merits of Lisp and almonds, as they are fundamentally different things. > Lisp is a programming language, and like any programming language, it has its own strengths and weaknesses, depending on what you're trying to accomplish. Some programmers might prefer Lisp for certain tasks, while others might prefer a different language. > Almonds, on the other hand, are a type of nut that are known for their nutritional value and health benefits. They are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and can be a valuable part of a healthy diet. > So, whether Lisp or almonds are "better" really depends on what you're looking for. If you're a programmer, Lisp might be better for certain tasks, while if you're looking for a nutritious snack, almonds might be a better choice.

losvedir 4y ago

I hear people with these outrageous examples and I have to wonder how or what you're actually trying? I just asked GPT-4 (via chat.openai.com): > Which is more similar, Apples & Oranges or Lisp & Almonds? and it said: > When comparing these two pairs, the more similar pair would be Apples & Oranges. Both apples and oranges are fruits, and they share many characteristics, such as being edible, containing vitamins and nutrients, and growing on trees. > On the other hand, Lisp & Almonds are quite dissimilar. Lisp is a programming language used for computing and software development, while almonds are a type of nut commonly consumed as a food item. They belong to completely different categories and share almost no common characteristics. And the question about which is better had a reasonable answer, too. This is GPT-3.5 but GPT-4 was roughly equivalent: > It's not really possible to compare the relative merits of Lisp and almonds, as they are fundamentally different things. > Lisp is a programming language, and like any programming language, it has its own strengths and weaknesses, depending on what you're trying to accomplish. Some programmers might prefer Lisp for certain tasks, while others might prefer a different language. > Almonds, on the other hand, are a type of nut that are known for their nutritional value and health benefits. They are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and can be a valuable part of a healthy diet. > So, whether Lisp or almonds are "better" really depends on what you're looking for. If you're a programmer, Lisp might be better for certain tasks, while if you're looking for a nutritious snack, almonds might be a better choice.