Models performing better on PhD-level physics than high school physics reflects differences in how questions are formulated (abstractions vs. visual aids) rather than task difficulty, suggesting performance is heavily dependent on task presentation rather than underlying capability.

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Gus Stalker

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we probably do it in a less abstract way and with concrete examples... this is something where the AIS might stumble... they're probably they're quite good at dealing with abstractions

Source

AI Timelines and Human Psychology (with Sarah Hastings-Woodhouse)Future of Life Institute
Created: 8/11/2026, 7:16:09 AM

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