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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