Preregistered behavioral study identifies a speedup illusion where users overestimate time savings from AI assistance on cognitive tasks despite no actual difference in completion times.
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AI alignment must move beyond assuming users have fully formed goals and instead provide active cognitive support to help form and refine intent over time.
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