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tree_0016 · Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

GPT 5.4 · Better

WIDE

Rounds

0 - 2

Final Score

281,867

Tokens

$2.82

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Round Context

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Logic Chain

Root

Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers / Occupational Outlook Handbook: / U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Step 2

Computer and Information Technology Occupations / Occupational Outlook Handbook: / U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Question

Within the broad category of computer and information technology occupations in the United States, identify all occupations that (1) typically require a bachelor’s degree for entry and (2) had a 2024 median annual wage higher than the overall median wage for this occupational group (which was $105,990). For each qualifying occupation, provide its official occupation title, a brief summary of its primary job duties, and its 2024 median annual pay.

Answer length: 200-300 words.

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Depth checklist

Computer Network Architects – requires bachelor’s degree and median pay exceeds $105,990 group median
Database Administrators and Architects – requires bachelor’s degree and median pay exceeds $105,990 group median
Information Security Analysts – requires bachelor’s degree and median pay exceeds $105,990 group median
Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers – requires bachelor’s degree and median pay exceeds $105,990 group median

Width checklist

Computer Network Architects – brief job summary included
Computer Network Architects – 2024 median pay of $130,390
Database Administrators and Architects – brief job summary included
Database Administrators and Architects – 2024 median pay of $123,100
Information Security Analysts – brief job summary included
Information Security Analysts – 2024 median pay of $124,910
Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers – brief job summary included
Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers – 2024 median pay of $131,450

Examiner rationale

The question uses logical filtering (Deep) by requiring identification of occupations within a broader technology category that simultaneously meet two criteria: a specific education level and a wage threshold relative to the group median. This forces the agent to interpret comparative wage data and entry-level education requirements. It then requires aggregation (Wide) by asking for job summaries and median wages for every qualifying occupation, ensuring the responder compiles details across multiple distinct occupation profiles rather than relying on a single source entry.

Judgment

Tie

BOTH

Score 0 - 0

First, Deep Logic: Both agents fail. The correct qualifying occupations (per checklist) are: Computer Network Architects; Database Administrators and Architects; Information Security Analysts; and Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers (with specific 2024 median wages). Agent A includes an incorrect occupation (Computer and Information Systems Managers), uses May 2023 data instead of 2024 medians, and provides incorrect wage figures. Agent B omits Database Administrators and Architects entirely and instead includes Computer and Information Research Scientists (not on the checklist), with multiple incorrect 2024 wage values. Second, Width/Completeness: Agent A at least mentions Database Administrators and Architects and all four core categories conceptually, but uses wrong wage figures and incorrect year. Agent B completely misses one required occupation and provides incorrect wage data for others. Both therefore fail the WIDTH checklist significantly. Finally, Presentation & UX: Both are well-formatted, scannable, and clearly structured with citations. However, since both contain major factual inaccuracies (wrong entities and wrong median pay values), accuracy failures outweigh formatting strengths. Because both responses substantially fail the Deep Logic and Wide detail requirements, this is a Low Quality Tie.

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TIE (Both Bad): BACKTRACKING.

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Gemini 2.5 Pro

Google

29.3s

Based on May 2023 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, several occupations within the computer and information technology sector require a bachelor’s degree and have a median pay higher than the group's median of $105,990 [1]. * **Computer and Information Systems Managers:** These professionals, often called IT managers, plan, coordinate, and direct all computer-related activities within an organization. They are crucial for implementing and maintaining a company's technological goals. * **Median Annual Pay:** $174,740 [2] * **Software Developers:** They are the creative minds behind computer programs and applications. Their duties involve designing, developing, and testing software and systems to meet user needs. This category also includes quality assurance analysts and testers. * **Median Annual Pay:** $137,920 [3] * **Computer Network Architects:** These individuals design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets. Their work ensures that company networks can support business operations. * **Median Annual Pay:** $132,040 [4] * **Information Security Analysts:** Tasked with protecting an organization's computer networks and systems, they plan and carry out security measures, monitor for breaches, and investigate violations when they occur. * **Median Annual Pay:** $124,740 [5] * **Database Administrators and Architects:** These professionals use specialized software to store, organize, manage, and secure data such as customer information and financial records. They ensure data integrity and availability. * **Median Annual Pay:** $120,430 [6] ## References [1] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, April 9). *Occupational Employment and Wages Summary - Computer and Information Technology Occupations*. Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_15-1200.htm [2] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, September 4). *Occupational Outlook Handbook, Computer and Information Systems Managers*. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/computer-and-information-systems-managers.htm [3] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, September 4). *Occupational Outlook Handbook, Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers*. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/software-developers.htm [4] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, September 4). *Occupational Outlook Handbook, Computer Network Architects*. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-network-architects.htm [5] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, September 4). *Occupational Outlook Handbook, Information Security Analysts*. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm [6] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, September 4). *Occupational Outlook Handbook, Database Administrators and Architects*. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/database-administrators-and-architects.htm

GPT 5.4

OpenAI

9.8s

Qualifying computer and information technology occupations that both typically require a bachelor’s degree for entry and exceeded the 2024 occupational-group median annual wage of $105,990 are:[1] - **Computer and Information Research Scientists** — Conduct research to solve complex computing problems; invent and improve computing technologies; and develop new uses for hardware and software.[2] **Median annual pay (2024): $149,550**.[2] - **Computer Network Architects** — Design and build data communication networks, including local area networks, wide area networks, and cloud infrastructure; assess organizational networking needs and plan upgrades.[3] **Median annual pay (2024): $135,800**.[3] - **Computer Programmers** — Write, modify, and test code and scripts that allow software applications and systems to function properly; maintain and debug existing programs.[4] **Median annual pay (2024): $103,490** — this does **not** exceed the group median, so it is excluded.[4] - **Software Developers** — Research, design, build, and test computer and network software or specialized utility programs; analyze user needs and recommend software solutions.[5] **Median annual pay (2024): $133,080**.[5] - **Information Security Analysts** — Plan and carry out security measures to protect computer systems and networks; monitor for breaches, assess vulnerabilities, and recommend safeguards.[6] **Median annual pay (2024): $124,910**.[6] Thus, the occupations meeting both criteria are **Computer and Information Research Scientists, Computer Network Architects, Software Developers, and Information Security Analysts**.[1][2][3][5][6] ## References [1] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Computer and Information Technology Occupations,” showing overall median annual wage of $105,990 and typical entry-level education. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm [2] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Computer and Information Research Scientists.” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-and-information-research-scientists.htm [3] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Computer Network Architects.” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-network-architects.htm [4] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Computer Programmers.” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-programmers.htm [5] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Software Developers.” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/software-developers.htm [6] U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Information Security Analysts.” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm