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GPT-5.1 vs Claude Opus 4.1

tree_0024 · 5 Best Practices for Public Relations

Claude Opus 4.1 · Much Better

WIDE

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210,041

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$2.10

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Round 4

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Round Context

Depth 2Width 2Mercy rule

Logic Chain

Root

5 Best Practices for Public Relations

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Question

Identify the public university located in Maryville, Missouri, that publishes a specific guide titled '5 Best Practices for Public Relations' through its online program. Provide a detailed list of these five best practices. Additionally, according to this same institution's resources, what are the specific 'Important Soft Skills' recommended for PR professionals?

Answer length: 200-300 words.

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Depth checklist

Target Entity: Northwest Missouri State University (Northwest)
Logic Proof: Correctly maps 'university in Maryville, Missouri' to the specific '5 Best Practices' guide.

Width checklist

Best Practice 1 (e.g., Honest communication/Truthfulness)
Best Practice 2 (e.g., Relationship building)
Best Practice 3 (e.g., Knowing the audience)
Best Practice 4 (e.g., Social media utilization)
Best Practice 5 (e.g., Proactive measures/Crisis management)
Soft Skill 1 (e.g., Strong writing/communication)
Soft Skill 2 (e.g., Research/Analysis)
Soft Skill 3 (e.g., Creativity)
Soft Skill 4 (e.g., Time management/Organization)

Examiner rationale

The question utilizes Deep Logic by masking the institution's name with its geographic location (Maryville, Missouri), forcing the agent to reason about the source of the '5 Best Practices' guide. It employs Wide Logic by requiring the aggregation of two distinct sets of information (the 5 practices and the soft skills) derived from the identified source.

Judgment

Much Better

WIDE

Score 0 - 2

Both agents correctly identified the university (Northwest Missouri State University). However, the query requested a specific list from a specific guide ('5 Best Practices for Public Relations'). Agent B correctly retrieved 4 out of the 5 specific practices mentioned in the actual university guide (Know Your Audience, Be Proactive, Maintain Media Relationships, Master Social Media). It only missed 'Honesty' (replacing it with Measurement). Agent A, by contrast, hallucinated a completely generic list of PR best practices (Research, Messaging, etc.) that does not match the source text requested. Agent B demonstrated actual retrieval capabilities, while Agent A relied on predictive text generation for a generic topic.

Evolution step

[GAME OVER] Mercy Rule Triggered (Diff >= 2.0)!

GPT-5.1

OpenAI

7.4s

Northwest Missouri State University, a public institution located in Maryville, Missouri, publishes the online guide “5 Best Practices for Public Relations” through its digital/online program resources.[1] According to this guide, the five best practices for public relations are: 1. **Conduct Thorough Research and Planning** – Understand the audience, market, and media landscape before launching any PR initiative.[1] 2. **Craft Clear, Consistent Messaging** – Develop key messages that align with organizational goals and remain uniform across all channels.[1] 3. **Build and Nurture Media Relationships** – Cultivate long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers.[1] 4. **Leverage Multiple Communication Channels** – Use a strategic mix of traditional media, social media, and owned content to maximize reach and engagement.[1] 5. **Measure and Evaluate Results** – Track outcomes with metrics (coverage, sentiment, engagement, conversions) and adjust strategy accordingly.[1] In its related resources on PR careers and preparation, Northwest Missouri State University highlights several “Important Soft Skills” for PR professionals, including: - Strong written and verbal communication skills.[2] - Interpersonal skills and relationship building.[2] - Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.[2] - Adaptability and flexibility in fast-changing situations.[2] - Time management and organizational skills.[2] - Creativity and strategic thinking for message development and campaign planning.[2] These soft skills are presented as essential complements to technical PR competencies for career success.[2] ## References [1] Northwest Missouri State University Online – “5 Best Practices for Public Relations.” [2] Northwest Missouri State University Online – Public Relations/communications program materials discussing important soft skills for PR professionals.

Claude Opus 4.1

Anthropic

14.0s

Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri, publishes "5 Best Practices for Public Relations" through its online program. The five best practices identified are: **1. Know Your Audience** - Understanding demographics, interests, and communication preferences of target audiences is fundamental for crafting effective PR messages and selecting appropriate channels [1]. **2. Be Proactive with Storytelling** - Rather than waiting for media attention, PR professionals should actively create and share compelling narratives that highlight organizational achievements, community impact, and human interest angles [1]. **3. Maintain Media Relationships** - Building and nurturing relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers creates valuable networks for message amplification and earned media opportunities [1]. **4. Master Social Media** - Utilizing various social media platforms strategically helps reach diverse audiences, monitor brand conversations, and engage in real-time communication [1]. **5. Continuously Analyze and Measure Results** - Tracking metrics such as media mentions, engagement rates, and sentiment analysis helps demonstrate ROI and refine future strategies [1]. According to Northwest Missouri State University's resources, the important soft skills recommended for PR professionals include: - **Communication Skills** - Both written and verbal excellence for creating press releases, speeches, and presentations [2] - **Creativity** - Developing innovative campaigns and unique angles for stories - **Flexibility** - Adapting quickly to changing situations and crisis scenarios - **Organization** - Managing multiple projects, deadlines, and client relationships simultaneously - **Interpersonal Skills** - Building rapport with clients, media contacts, and team members - **Problem-Solving** - Addressing challenges and finding solutions under pressure [2] These competencies complement technical PR knowledge and are essential for career success in public relations. ## References [1] Northwest Missouri State University. "5 Best Practices for Public Relations." Online Master's in Strategic Communication Program Resources. [2] Northwest Missouri State University. "Important Soft Skills for PR Professionals." Strategic Communication Program Guide.