Google Cloud Generative AI Leader — Question 18

A user asks a generative AI model about the scientific accuracy of a popular science fiction movie. The model confidently states that humans can indeed travel faster than light, referencing specific but entirely fictional theories and providing made-up explanations of how this is achieved according to the movie's "established science." The model presents this information as factual, without indicating that it originates from a fictional work. What type of model limitation is this?

Answer options

• A. Bias
• B. Hallucination
• C. Knowledge cutoff
• D. Data dependency

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, hallucination, because the model is generating false information that it presents as fact. The other options do not apply in this context; bias refers to skewed perspectives, knowledge cutoff pertains to outdated information, and data dependency involves reliance on provided data rather than fabricating responses.