Humans and AI Both Rate Deliberate Thinkers Smarter Than Intuitive Ones

PsyPost's publication of a new series of experiments suggests that people consistently view slow, deliberative thinking as a sign of higher intelligence and reliability compared to fast, intuitive thinking, even when both approaches yield accurate results. This means that website owners should be aware of how their AI-powered tools and chatbots are perceived by users, as the way they process and respond to queries can significantly impact user trust and engagement. If an AI system is designed to provide quick, intuitive responses, it may be viewed as less intelligent or reliable than one that takes a more deliberative approach, even if the end results are the same. To effectively manage AI bot traffic and maintain a positive user experience, website owners can take several steps: first, review their AI chatbot's response times and adjust them to strike a balance between speed and deliberation; second, consider implementing a transparent explanation of their AI's decision-making process to build user trust; and third, regularly update their llms.txt file to reflect changes in their AI system's thinking approach, ensuring that users are aware of how their data is being processed and utilized.