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Why a Good AI Agent Knows What It Can't Do
The smartest agents know when to stop and say 'I can't help with that'.
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- 1The big idea
- 2limits
- 3honesty
- 4AI safety
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Section 1
The big idea
A great AI agent doesn't pretend to do things it can't. If you ask it to do something dangerous, illegal, or that needs a real human, a good agent says so. Knowing your limits is a sign of being smart.
Some examples
- A good agent won't pretend to be a doctor or lawyer.
- A good agent won't help with mean or dangerous stuff.
- A good agent says 'I'm not sure' when it really isn't sure.
- Saying 'no' is sometimes the safest answer.
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Make a list of 3 things you'd want an AI agent to refuse to do — like sending mean messages or sharing your address. Why is each one important?
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