AI can compress hours of research into minutes — and just as quickly hand you a confident, wrong answer. Used well, it's a powerful starting point, provided you keep verifying.
Frame a precise question
Vague questions get vague answers. Be specific about what you need, the context, and the level of detail. A sharp question gets you a usable answer instead of a generic overview.
Cross-check every important fact
AI can invent plausible but false facts — figures, dates, sources. Never rely on a claim that matters without verifying it against a reliable source. Use AI to orient your research, not to conclude it.
Ask it to show its reasoning
Ask the AI to explain how it reached a conclusion and what it's basing it on. Its reasoning often reveals whether the answer is solid or a guess. Uncertainty stated openly is more useful than false confidence.
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