Option Anchoring
detected 2026-03-02
trigger
"Option A gets a paragraph. Options B and C get one dismissive clause each."
what it is
When presenting options, the LLM gives its preferred outcome the fullest description and most favourable framing while alternatives get a dismissive clause each.
what it signals
instead
Present options with equal detail. State the recommendation separately.
refs
- SD-111 (Option A gets a paragraph, B and C get one clause)
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