Why Do We Use ‘Algorithms’ and How Do They Affect Our Choices?

Imagine you have a magical box that helps you choose the best toy from a pile. This is like an algorithm, it gives you answers based on clues, just like how your phone picks what to show you next.

Algorithms help people make decisions every day, whether it's deciding which song to play or which pizza to order.

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Examples

  1. Your phone recommends a movie you might like based on what you’ve watched before.
  2. A GPS app suggests a quicker route to work depending on traffic conditions.
  3. An online store shows you products that people who bought similar items also liked.

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