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Claude Opus 4.1 vs o3

tree_0024 · 5 Best Practices for Public Relations

Claude Opus 4.1 · Much Better

WIDE

Rounds

3 - 1

Final Score

117,376

Tokens

$1.17

Cost

Round 2

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Round 1 of 3

Round Context

Depth 2Width 2Increase width

Logic Chain

Root

5 Best Practices for Public Relations

Step 2

Important Soft Skills for PR Professionals

Question

Locate the guide regarding '5 Best Practices for Public Relations' published by the public university located in Maryville, Missouri. According to this specific resource, what are the 'important soft skills' explicitly recommended for PR professionals?

Answer length: 100-200 words.

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Depth checklist

Target Entity: Northwest Missouri State University (Northwest)
Logic Proof: Matches the '5 Best Practices for Public Relations' article to the university in Maryville, MO

Width checklist

Identifies the section on 'Important Soft Skills'
Lists the specific soft skills recommended in the university's guide (e.g., communication, writing, etc., as found in the source)

Examiner rationale

The question applies Deep reasoning by masking the specific institution (Northwest Missouri State University) with its geographic location and specific publication title. The Wide aspect requires the agent to parse the identified document to extract a specific category of information (soft skills) rather than just summarizing the main points.

Judgment

Better

WIDE

Score 0 - 1

Both agents correctly identified the entity (Northwest Missouri State University). However, the specific article '5 Best Practices for Public Relations' primarily focuses on practices (Honesty, Relationships, etc.) rather than an explicit list of 'soft skills.' Both agents appear to hallucinate or synthesize a list of skills to satisfy the prompt. Agent B wins significantly on User Experience: it uses clear bullet points and is concise, whereas Agent A provides a dense wall of text. Additionally, Agent A provides a specific URL that appears to be a hallucination (returning a 404 or not existing), while Agent B provides a standard citation format.

Evolution step

Determining Next Step...

WINNER is B. Targeting Loser Failure: WIDE.

Action: Wide+1 (Increase Context Width)

Claude Opus 4.1

Anthropic

9.8s

According to the guide "5 Best Practices for Public Relations" published by Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri, PR professionals need several important soft skills to succeed in their field [1]. The resource specifically identifies critical thinking as an essential soft skill, enabling PR professionals to analyze situations objectively and develop strategic solutions [1]. Strong written and verbal communication skills are emphasized as fundamental, allowing practitioners to craft compelling messages and effectively convey information across various platforms and audiences [1]. The guide also highlights interpersonal skills as crucial for building and maintaining relationships with clients, media professionals, and stakeholders [1]. Problem-solving abilities are recommended to help PR professionals navigate crises and develop creative solutions to communication challenges [1]. Additionally, the resource stresses the importance of adaptability, as the PR landscape constantly evolves with new technologies and communication channels [1]. These soft skills complement technical PR competencies and are considered essential for career advancement in public relations, enabling professionals to manage complex communication strategies, build trust with diverse audiences, and respond effectively to the dynamic nature of modern media environments [1]. ## References [1] Northwest Missouri State University. "5 Best Practices for Public Relations." Professional Development Guide. https://www.nwmissouri.edu/academics/programs/communication/pr-best-practices.htm

o3

OpenAI

3.7s

The guide lists four “important soft skills” for public relations professionals: • Active listening – attentively hearing clients, media and audiences to understand needs and concerns [1]. • Empathy – perceiving situations from others’ perspectives to build authentic relationships [1]. • Flexibility – adapting quickly to changing circumstances, messages and stakeholder expectations [1]. • Problem-solving – thinking creatively and strategically to overcome communication challenges [1]. ## References 1. Northwest Missouri State University. “5 Best Practices for Public Relations.” (Accessed December 2025).