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AI Math Models Struggle with Extreme Numbers, New Study Shows

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Overview

• Study examines mathematical reasoning capabilities in large language models (LLMs)
• Created new benchmark called GSM-Ranges to test math skills across wide numerical ranges

• Evaluates both logical reasoning and arithmetic calculation abilities
• Tests models on problems with numbers from very small to very large magnitudes
• Found significant performance gaps when dealing with non-standard number ranges

Plain English Explanation

Mathematical reasoning in AI systems faces a critical challenge - they struggle with numbers outside common ranges. Think of it like a student who can solve problems with familia...

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