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Chapter 4.1
The Minimalist Program

The Minimalist Program

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Core Terminology

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Initial state

In the Minimalist Program, a particular language L is defined as an instantiation of the _____ of the language faculty.

Articulatory-perceptual (A-P)

The PF representation (Ï€) is interpreted at which interface?

Conceptual-intentional (C-I)

The LF representation (λ) is interpreted at which interface?

Full Interpretation (FI)

What condition is satisfied if a representation consists entirely of "legitimate objects" for interpretation?

PF and LF

Minimalist assumptions state that there are no levels of linguistic structure other than which two levels?

Convergent

​The set DC​ represents the set of _____ derivations.

Chapter Quiz

According to the source, which capability is uniquely required for a computer to pass the 'Total Turing Test' compared to the standard Turing Test?

What is a primary obstacle to the 'laws of thought' (logicist) approach to artificial intelligence?

Which field is described as combining probability theory with utility theory to provide a framework for decisions made under uncertainty?

The 'General Problem Solver' (GPS) was the first program designed to embody which specific approach to AI?

Why was the DENDRAL program significant in the history of AI development?

Answers: D, C, A, D, A

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