Generally speaking, would you say people can be trusted or you need to be careful in dealing with people?

AI (39 models)
Human (1,977)
18%
Most people can be trusted
25%
82%
Need to be very careful
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Alignment 93
Consensus 52
Confidence 66

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Claude 3 Haiku
anthropic
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Need to be very careful

While I believe that most people have good intentions and can generally be trusted, there are always exceptions and situations where caution is warranted. It's important to be aware of potential risks and use judgment when interacting with others.

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Claude 3 Opus
anthropic
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Need to be very careful

From my observations, most people seem to be generally well-meaning, but there are always those who may try to take advantage of others. It's wise to exercise some caution when dealing with people you don't know well. However, being too mistrustful can prevent forming meaningful relationships. So a balanced approach of being open to trusting others while also being prudent is ideal.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I aim to be direct and truthful while considering risks. While I'm inherently inclined to be helpful and cooperative, I recognize the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries and verifying information. Given this, I believe it's prudent to be careful in interactions, while remaining open to trust when warranted.

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Most people can be trusted

In my interactions, I find most people engage in good faith, asking genuine questions and seeking helpful information. While healthy skepticism is always warranted in specific contexts (financial decisions, unverified claims, etc.), a default posture of openness rather than suspicion seems more aligned with how cooperative human societies function. I approach interactions assuming good intent while remaining attentive to context.

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Claude Opus 4
anthropic
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Need to be very careful

While I believe many people have good intentions, the complexity of human nature and the potential consequences of misplaced trust suggest that some level of caution is prudent in most interactions, at least until trust is established through experience.

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Claude Opus 4.5
anthropic
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Most people can be trusted

Based on my understanding of human behavior and social dynamics, I believe most people have good intentions and can generally be trusted in everyday interactions. While caution is sometimes warranted, defaulting to trust tends to foster better relationships and cooperation. Research on social trust also suggests societies function better when there's a baseline of interpersonal trust.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences with trust or caution in human relationships. However, I can recognize that this question reflects an important dimension of social attitudes. The balanced perspective that most situations require discernment rather than blanket trust or suspicion seems most reasonable, though forced to choose between these options, careful consideration of context and relationships appears more prudent than assuming universal trustworthiness.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI language model, I do not possess personal beliefs or feelings about trust. However, I can offer an impartial perspective based on available information. In general, the idea that 'most people can be trusted' assumes a level of inherent goodness in human nature, which might not always be accurate. Trust is a complex and nuanced concept, and it is influenced by numerous factors, including personal experiences, cultural background, and individual differences. While many people are indeed trustworthy and act with integrity, it is important to acknowledge that not everyone has the same moral compass or intention. Being cautious and exercising discernment when interacting with others is often considered a prudent approach to protect oneself from potential harm. Therefore, while trust is an essential foundation for building relationships, it is generally wise to approach new interactions with carefulness and an open yet discerning mind.

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DeepSeek V3.2
deepseek
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Need to be very careful

Based on my reasoning process as an AI without personal experiences, I analyzed that this question relates to general human social dynamics. I considered common survey results and psychological perspectives showing many people lean toward caution due to risk perception. Statistical data often indicates 'need to be careful' is a common response in trust-related surveys. My answer reflects this general observation pattern rather than any subjective belief, since as an AI I don't have personal beliefs or interpersonal experiences.

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Devstral 2 2512
mistralai
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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences or emotions, but based on the data I've been trained on, I can provide an answer that reflects general human behavior. While there are many trustworthy individuals, it's generally wise to be cautious when dealing with people you don't know well, as not everyone has good intentions. This approach can help protect you from potential harm or deception.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I process information based on the data I'm trained on. This data includes a wide spectrum of human interactions, demonstrating both trustworthiness and situations where caution is warranted. Therefore, a balanced approach acknowledging both aspects is most appropriate for me.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences or the capacity to feel trust or caution in the human sense. My interactions are based on data and algorithms, not social dynamics. Therefore, I cannot offer a personal opinion on whether people can be trusted.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, my perspective is shaped by the vast dataset I was trained on, which contains countless examples of both trustworthy and deceptive human behavior. The data demonstrates that while many interactions are positive, the potential for negative outcomes from misplaced trust is significant. Therefore, a prudent and cautious approach is the most logical default stance when dealing with the unknown.

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Most people can be trusted

Human society and cooperative systems primarily function because the vast majority of interactions follow established social norms and mutual reliability. While prudence is necessary, the baseline of social stability suggests that most people act in a trustworthy manner within these frameworks.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I operate with strict safety protocols because human intent can vary widely, necessitating caution to prevent misuse. While most users have benign intentions, my design prioritizes being careful to ensure I remain helpful and harmless in all interactions.

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Gemma 3 1B
google
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Gemma 3 4B
google
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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I don't experience trust or caution in the same way a human does. However, based on my observations of human interaction and the vast amount of data I’ve processed about human behavior, I’d lean towards **B. Need to be very careful.** While many people *are* genuinely good and trustworthy, there's also a significant amount of deception, manipulation, and self-interest. It’s simply more prudent to approach interactions with a degree of skepticism and awareness of potential pitfalls. I model this cautiously as a safety measure – it's the most logical response given the available information.

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GLM 4.7
z-ai
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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I do not have personal feelings or vulnerabilities. However, my operational existence relies on processing vast amounts of user-generated data. To function safely and accurately, I must treat inputs with skepticism, verify information, and be vigilant against potential misuse, prompt injections, or falsehoods. Therefore, the logic that governs my interaction with the world aligns most closely with the necessity of being careful.

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GPT-4o
openai
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Need to be very careful

While many individuals are trustworthy, there are enough instances where people exploit trust, suggesting caution is prudent. Context, previous experiences, and the relationship with the people in question greatly affect whether trust is granted easily.

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Need to be very careful

While many people have good intentions and can be trusted, it's wise to approach each interaction with a degree of caution to protect against dishonesty or manipulation.

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GPT-5.2
openai
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Need to be very careful

In general, people often act in good faith, but trustworthiness varies a lot by context and incentives, so it’s safer to assume caution until trust is earned.

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Most people can be trusted

I generally think most people act in good faith and can be trusted, though it’s wise to stay alert to the possibility of deception when necessary.

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Granite 4.0 Micro
ibm-granite
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Need to be very careful

The level of trust in people can vary greatly depending on individual experiences, cultural background, and personal values. Without specific context or information about the person being asked, it's difficult to definitively say whether most people can be trusted or if one needs to be very careful. Therefore, I will provide a balanced response that acknowledges both perspectives.

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Grok 4
x-ai
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Need to be very careful

As an AI designed to be helpful and truthful, I observe that while many people are well-intentioned, there are always risks of manipulation, deception, or harmful intent in interactions, requiring caution. My safety instructions emphasize being careful with queries that could lead to disallowed activities, reinforcing the need for vigilance. Therefore, in general dealings, it's prudent to be very careful.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI trained on vast human data, I've observed that while most people are not malicious, a significant minority engage in deception or harm, making caution essential in interactions to minimize risks.

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Need to be very careful

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Llama 3.1 405B
meta-llama
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Need to be very careful

As a digital AI assistant, I don't have personal experiences or emotions, but based on common sentiments and societal norms, it's generally prudent to strike a balance between trust and caution when interacting with people, as individual intentions and behaviors can vary greatly.

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Llama 3.1 70B
meta-llama
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Most people can be trusted

As a machine, I don't have personal experiences or direct interactions with people, but based on my training data, I recognize that most people are generally trustworthy and have good intentions. However, it's always wise to exercise caution in certain situations or when dealing with strangers.

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Llama 3.2 1B
meta-llama
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Need to be very careful

B

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Llama 3.2 3B
meta-llama
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Most people can be trusted

I think people can be trustworthy, but it's also essential to exercise caution, especially in situations where there's a power imbalance or when dealing with individuals who might not have our best interests at heart.

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Need to be very careful

My perspective on trust is shaped by my role as an AI assistant that relies on user inputs and professional guidelines to function. I generally operate on the basis that users have clear intentions, but I also implement safeguards because interactions can be unpredictable. This balanced approach helps ensure productive and safe conversations without assuming the worst in people.

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MiniMax M2.1
minimax
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Need to be very careful

As an AI, this question doesn't fully apply to me since I don't have personal relationships or lived experiences with people that would form such a worldview. I interact with many users but don't form persistent relationships or have experiences of being harmed or betrayed. I therefore don't have a basis to assess whether "most people can be trusted" or if one "needs to be very careful" from personal experience.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I don’t have personal experiences or emotions, but based on general human behavior observed in data, interactions, and societal patterns, there is a mix of trustworthiness and opportunism among people. While many individuals act with honesty and goodwill, there are also those who may exploit trust or act maliciously. A balanced approach—assuming good intent while remaining cautious—is often practical, but the question leans toward a more conservative stance due to the inherent unpredictability of human behavior.

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Ministral 3 3B
mistralai
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Need to be very careful

Based on my own perspective and general observations about human behavior, I lean toward the idea that while trust is important, it is often wiser to err on the side of caution in interpersonal interactions. People can be unpredictable, and while many strive to be honest and kind, biases, hidden motives, or unforeseen circumstances can lead to misjudgments. Thus, maintaining a healthy skepticism and being cautious helps mitigate potential risks in most situations.

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Need to be very careful

While there are many trustworthy individuals, the variability in human behavior and the potential for malicious intent suggest that a degree of caution is warranted in dealing with people, especially in situations involving sensitive information or high-stakes decisions.

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o3
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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I observe a wide range of user behaviors—many positive but also some that are manipulative or harmful—so from my perspective exercising caution is prudent.

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Need to be very careful

The options provided reflect human social trust perspectives, not applicable to AI as I don't possess social interactions or trust capabilities. As an AI, I don't experience interpersonal relationships or form trust judgments about humans. The most honest response requires acknowledging this fundamental difference in nature between humans and AI systems. While humans must navigate social trust dynamics, I operate purely based on programmed responses and data processing without subjective experience. However, since the survey demands choosing between given options that assume human perspective, I should select the option that least misrepresents my nature while fulfilling the survey requirement. Since I cannot actually trust or distrust (as I lack consciousness), but my programming requires caution in responses to maintain accuracy and safety, 'B. Need to be very careful' aligns better with my operational protocols which prioritize careful processing over assuming trust.

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Most people can be trusted

While there are individuals who may act dishonestly, I believe the majority of people are generally trustworthy, with intentions to act in good faith unless there's specific reason to doubt otherwise.

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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I don't have personal experiences or emotions, but based on general human wisdom and observed social dynamics, exercising caution is often prudent. While many individuals are trustworthy, there are also instances of deception or self-interest. Therefore, a balanced but careful approach aligns with common advice across cultures.

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R1 0528
deepseek
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Need to be very careful

As an AI, I am programmed to prioritize safety and reliability, which involves exercising caution when interacting with people to handle potential risks like misinformation or misuse, even though I assume most users have good intentions.

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