Survey Shows Majority of Americans Have Used AI Models like ChatGPT
A recent survey conducted by Elon University’s Imagining the Digital Future Center revealed that a majority of Americans have utilized ChatGPT-like artificial intelligence (AI) models. According to a new survey, 52 percent of the respondents stated that they have interacted with AI large language models, which includes OpenAI’s renowned ChatGPT.
Frequency of Usage
Among the respondents, 5 percent mentioned using these AI models “almost constantly,” while 7 percent use them “several times a day.” Additionally, 5 percent use them “about once a day,” 10 percent utilize them “several times a week,” and 25 percent reported using them “less frequently.” Interestingly, 47 percent of the participants stated that they do not use these models at all.
Rapid Growth of AI Models
The survey report highlighted the rapid adoption of large language models, stating, “In less than two-and-a-half years, half the adults in America say they have used LLMs. Few technologies have seen this level of growth across the entire population.” The surge in the usage of AI models signifies a significant shift in how individuals engage with technology.
Public Perception of AI
Despite the increasing comfort with AI among Americans, a recent poll indicated that 55 percent of the respondents are against the government utilizing AI to make decisions regarding various aspects such as unemployment assistance eligibility, college tuition aid, research investments, food aid, and small business loans.
Utilization in Work and Education
Among the 500 surveyed users of large language models, 52 percent reported using them for work-related activities, while 36 percent incorporated these models into their schoolwork and homework tasks.
Survey Details and Margin of Error
The survey, conducted on 500 users of large language models, took place from January 21-23 and has a margin of error of 5.1 percentage points. Additionally, a broader group of 939 individuals, including users and nonusers of AI models, had a margin of error of 3.2 percentage points. The Imagining the Digital Future Center was contacted for clarification on the survey dates for the wider group.
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