While I think machine learning apps, and chatbots in particular, are CleverHanses, I think interaction with them is why Clever Hans is important. We get the impression we are in the presence of mind, although we know we aren’t. Recognizing they are not agents raises doubt, then, when interacting with real people, about their (and our own) agency.
‘Hey! Who are you calling mindless?!’
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