Six experiments · 2019
Algorithm appreciation: People prefer algorithmic to human judgment
Logg JM, Minson JA, Moore DA
What it found
Across six experiments, ordinary people followed advice more when they believed it came from an algorithm than from a person. The effect weakened when they had to choose between the algorithm and their own judgment, and among experienced forecasters.
Where the evidence stops
Estimation and forecasting tasks, not personal decisions about one's own day.
How it shapes Pursue
Pursue
People may lean on an AI's suggestion more than it deserves. Pursue's job is to keep the person's own judgment in charge.
A design input, not evidence that Pursue works.