Lesson 2: The Benefits of Chain-of-Thought Prompt Engineering

How is it useful?

For instance, rather than asking "Solve 354 × 27," a chain-of-thought prompt would be, "Explain the step-by-step multiplication process for 354 × 27 before providing the final answer." By encouraging deeper reasoning, AI delivers responses that are more transparent and aligned with human problem-solving approaches. This technique is especially useful for complex problems where multiple steps are required, ensuring that each stage of the solution is logically sound. It also mirrors the way educators teach problem-solving, making AI responses more accessible and informative.