This is why AI chatbots always choose '7' when you ask for a random number between 1 and 10

AI chatbots like ChatGPT often respond with '7' when asked for a random number between 1 and 10. This tendency is linked to human behavior, as people frequently choose '7' due to its perceived neutrality. Professor Ann Dooms explains that chatbots mimic human responses, which leads to this common choice. While LLMs could theoretically generate truly random numbers, they rely on patterns from human input. The importance of randomness extends to fields like encryption, where predictable keys can be easily compromised. Thus, while AI can simulate randomness, it cannot produce true randomness, making it unsuitable for generating secure passwords.