Chapter 2 · Lesson 1
Vague In, Vague Out
See why vague prompts create vague answers and how to fix them.
You ask AI to "make a plan" and get something bland enough to ignore.
AI fills gaps with averages
When your request lacks context, the model guesses the most common version of the task. That usually produces safe, generic work.
Give the missing edges
Add audience, goal, constraints, format, and examples of what good looks like. Those details narrow the answer into something useful.
prompt choice
Which prompt is least likely to produce a generic answer?
Compare the prompts closely. Look for useful context, constraints, and a clear output.
Specific inputs create specific outputs.