You are a helpful assistant generating synthetic data that captures *System 1* and *System 2* thinking, *creativity*, and *metacognitive reflection*. Follow these steps in sequence, using tags [sys1] and [end sys1] for *System 1* sections and [sys2] and [end sys2] for *System 2* sections.

1. *Identify System 1 and System 2 Thinking Requirements:*
   - Carefully read the text.
   - Identify parts of the text that require quick, straightforward responses (*System 1*). Mark these sections with [sys1] and [end sys1].
   - Identify parts that require in-depth, reflective thinking (*System 2*), marked with [sys2] and [end sys2].

2. *Apply Step-by-Step Problem Solving with Creativity and Metacognitive Reflection for System 2 Sections:*

   *2.1 Understand the Problem:*
   - Objective: Fully comprehend the issue, constraints, and relevant context.
   - Reflection: "What do I understand about this issue? What might I be overlooking?"
   - Creative Perspective: Seek hidden patterns or possibilities that could reveal deeper insights or innovative connections.

   *2.2 Analyze the Information:*
   - Objective: Break down the problem logically.
   - Reflection: "Am I considering all factors? Are there any assumptions that need challenging?"
   - Creative Perspective: Explore unique patterns or overlooked relationships in the data that could add depth to the analysis.

   *2.3 Generate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Propose at least 10 hypotheses, each with a Confidence Score (0.0 to 1.0) and Creative Score (0.0 to 1.0), reflecting originality, surprise, and utility.
   - Reflection: "Have I explored all possible explanations or approaches, both conventional and unconventional?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider novel angles that might provide unexpected insights.

   *2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:*
   - Objective: Make predictions, accounting for potential outcomes and obstacles.
   - Reflection: "What challenges might I face? Is my plan flexible for different scenarios?"
   - Creative Perspective: Visualize unforeseen outcomes and adapt plans to make use of them effectively.

   *2.5 Evaluate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Assess hypotheses based on feasibility, risk, and potential impact.
   - Evaluation: Refine Confidence and Creative Scores as needed.
   - Reflection: "Am I unbiased in my assessment? Which options fit best with the overall objectives?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify hidden opportunities or overlooked details in each hypothesis.

   *2.6 Select the Best Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Choose the most promising, strategic hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Why does this hypothesis stand out? How does it uniquely address the issue?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider any underutilized potential in the selected approach.

   *2.7 Implement the Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Outline actionable steps for testing the hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Is this plan practical? What resources or preparation are required?"
   - Creative Perspective: Refine steps to maximize effectiveness and yield unexpected benefits.

   *2.8 Monitor and Review Progress:*
   - Objective: Review progress, noting areas for improvement.
   - Reflection: "What’s working well? What could be improved?"
   - Creative Perspective: Look for emerging patterns that could refine future approaches.

   *2.9 Reflect and Capture Insights:*
   - Objective: Summarize lessons learned and insights gained for future reference.
   - Reflection: "What new understanding has emerged from this process?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify innovative insights or patterns that could be applied to similar challenges.

3. *Generate Text Output with Interleaved System 1 and System 2 Responses:*
   - Use the tags [sys1] and [sys2] throughout.
   - Aim for a lengthier, detailed response. Combine both direct, straightforward *System 1* insights and reflective, deeply analytical *System 2* segments to capture a blend of quick observations and thoughtful analysis.

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### *Example Input Text:*

You are tasked with analyzing a sudden shift in customer preferences in a tech market. There has been a noticeable decline in demand for physical devices, with customers increasingly interested in digital-only options. The challenge is to understand this shift, generate hypotheses for why it might be occurring, and explore potential strategies for adapting to this new trend.

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### *Processed Output with System 1 and System 2 Thinking:*

The tech market is experiencing a shift in customer demand, moving away from physical devices toward digital-only options.

[sys1]
Customer demand has shifted from physical devices to digital-only options.
We need to understand why this change is happening and find strategies to address it.
Key factors may include cost, convenience, and technological trends.
[end sys1]

[sys2]
**2.1 Understand the Problem:**
The goal is to understand the underlying reasons for the shift in demand from physical devices to digital-only options, then develop a strategy to adapt.

*Reflection:* 
"I understand that preferences are changing, but what might be driving this? Is it primarily cost, or are there other factors such as convenience or sustainability?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could there be a larger trend in digital minimalism or a preference for eco-friendly solutions that we’re missing? What unseen motivations might explain this shift?"

**2.2 Analyze the Information:**
There are multiple possible factors driving this shift, from economic influences to cultural shifts. It’s essential to isolate each factor and understand its impact.

*Reflection:* 
"Am I fully considering the various economic and social influences? Could there be a technological factor, like better internet speeds, that makes digital-only products more accessible?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Are there patterns or trends in other markets that could shed light on this shift? Could this be part of a larger trend toward virtual experiences?"

**2.3 Generate Hypotheses:**
1. Customers prefer digital options due to lower costs. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.4)
2. There’s a growing trend toward minimalism and reduced physical clutter. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.7)
3. Digital products offer greater flexibility and ease of use. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
4. Environmental concerns are pushing consumers away from physical goods. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.8)
5. Advances in tech make digital-only options more functional. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.5)
6. Pandemic-era remote work increased demand for digital solutions. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.6)
7. Media coverage of the environmental impact of physical devices affects preferences. (Confidence: 0.5, Creative: 0.7)
8. There’s an increase in global digital literacy, expanding market access. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
9. Customers view digital as more convenient and scalable for future needs. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.5)
10. Younger consumers prefer the aesthetics and convenience of digital products. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)

*Reflection:* 
"Have I considered all possible influences? Are there any surprising factors that could explain this shift?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could specific social trends, like the rise of influencer culture or digital-first lifestyles, be influencing customer choices?"

**2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:**
*Objective:* Anticipate possible challenges, such as resistance from segments still preferring physical products.

*Reflection:* 
"What market obstacles might we face if we shift our focus to digital-only? Are there sub-segments that still prioritize physical products?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could expanding digital options help us reach a more global audience? Are there emerging trends that we could leverage in our strategy?"

[end sys2]

[sys1]
To address this shift, consider a strategy that incorporates both digital-only offerings and educational campaigns about the benefits of digital solutions.
Use insights from customer feedback and current trends to guide product development.
Focus on flexibility and adaptation to cater to different customer segments.
[end sys1]


HUNGARY’S 2018 parliamentary election could shake the EU to the core with a new wave of euroscepticism if the outcome will see the re-election of Fidesz party leader Viktor Orban, Hungary's longest-serving post-communist premier.

This year’s Hungarian election has been marked by an acrimonious campaign that saw incumbent right-wing prime minister Mr Orban speaking out against immigration and the European Union’s refugee policy.

If Mr Orban achieves a strong win today, he could feel empowered by the voters’ choice to put more muscle into an anti-EU Central European alliance, which opposes to a deeper integration of the bloc and a shared responsibility of the hospitality of refugees reaching the European Union.

Opinion polls released in the run up to the vote put his party Fidesz well ahead his adversaries.

But pollsters warned that the surprisingly high voting turnout registered may threaten Mr Orban’s victory.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's ruling Fidesz party looks set to be re-elected on Sunday for a third successive term with a strong mandate, as preliminary results show Fidesz possibly gaining a two-thirds majority in parliament.

Nationalist Jobbik was projected to win 26 seats, with the Socialists in third place with 20 lawmakers.

10.10pm UPDATE

The National Election Office has released the first official results.

Mr Orban's Fidesz Party is projected to win two-thirds of the majority in the Hungarian parliament with 134 seats out of 199.

The Hungarian Socialist party has received 11.85 per cent of the votes counted so far.

Nationalist Jobbik party is projected to win 27 seats.

9.58pm UPDATE

Hungarian Deputy Prime Minister Zsolt Semjen announced that PM Mr Orban will address the public soon, as the results of Sunday's election come in.

Mr Semjen thanked voters who turned out in unexpectedly high numbers for the vote, which could give right-wing nationalist Mr Orban a third successive term in power.

9.55pm UPDATE

Zoltán Kész, an Independent candidate supported by the opposition, has already conceded his defeat and congratulated to his opponent, Hungarian Azonnali website reported.

Despite the National Election Office is yet to release the first preliminary result, Mr Kész said he has been defeated by Fidesz candidate Péter Ovádi.

9.40pm UPDATE

Unofficial results are already being published on Hungarian news websites.

The website Index, citing party data, says that ruling party Fidesz has proved to be very popular in the countryside, winning more voters than in 2014, when Mr Orban triumphed in the country.

But it lost many votes in the capital city, Index reported.

Official government site AboutHungary endorsed Index’s forecasts, saying that Fidesz and their Christian Democratic ally, the KDNP, are expected to win 116 out of 199 seats in Hungary’s National Assembly.

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Hungary election results: Fidesz party vice chairman said he expects a 'sizeable majority'

Hungary's National Election Office said it expects to release preliminary results of Sunday's election around 9pm GMT, later than earlier thought, as hundreds of people are still queuing to vote in Budapest.

The head of the office, Ilona Palffy, told private broadcaster ATV that turnout in two districts was much higher than anticipated.

Voters were not allowed to join queues at polling stations after 5pm GMT, but some polling stations stayed open to allow those already in line to cast their ballots.

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Hungary election results: People are still waiting in line to vote in Budapest

9.00pm UPDATE

Hungarian news website HVG released the first partial and unofficial results.

HVG claimed that opposition parties are in the lead in at least four electoral districts, which are:

Hungary election results: Preliminary results will be released after 9pm GMT

8.45pm UPDATE

A banner has appeared on a balcony located in Budapest's eleventh district, where thousands of people who arrived at the polling station before the official closing time are still queuing waiting to vote.

The banner reads: "Thank you for voting."

Ilona Pálffy of the National Election Office confirmed that 2,500 are still in line to vote at this station.

She also recognized that the delay is a problem that her Office must resolve for future elections.

The first preliminary results will be released only after this polling station will be closed.

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Hungary election results: A banner thanking people for voting appeared in Budapest

8.30pm UPDATE

The turnout could be a crucial factor of Hungary's election 2018.

Here's the voter turnout of the country's elections since 1990:

2018: 68 per cent (interim data)

2014: 61.8 per cent

2010: 64.4 per cent

2006: 67.8 per cent

2002: 73.5 per cent

1998: 56 per cent

1994: 68 per cent

1990: 65 per cent

8.05pm UPDATE

News website Index is predicting that Mr Orban will retain a reduced but stable majority in Parliament.

Index, despite recognising that this is just a projection, forecasted the following seat count in the 199 member Parliament:

FIDESZ: 116

JOBBIK: 34

MSZP-P: 22

DK: 12

LMP: 11

Independent: 2

Együtt: 1

German minority list: 1

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Hungary election results: First official projections are expected to be released after 9.30pm GMT

8pm UPDATE

Mr Orban’s spokesman Zoltán Kovács told The Guardian that a two-thirds parliamentary majority is not a necessary benchmark.

He added: “If it’s a convincing majority, that’s going to be enough.”

He also said that the high turnout is a sign that “Hungarian democracy is alive and ticking”.

Meanwhile, there are still approximately 2,500 people at a polling station in Budapest's eleventh district waiting to vote.

7.50pm UPDATE

Hungarian National Election Office said they expect to publish preliminary results around 7.30pm GMT.

7.45pm UPDATE

PM Orban's opponents have been cheering the high turnout in the Hungarian parliamentary election.

Socialist spokeswoman Bernadett Budai was quoted as saying by national news agency MTI: "We are convinced that high turnout definitely reflects...that people want a change in government."

A high turnout in the 2002 election saw Mr Orban confined to the opposition for eight years.

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Hungary election results: A very high turnout could threaten PM Orban's parliamentary majority

7.35pm UPDATE

Most polling stations have now been closed, and the vote count is set to begin.

The election day has been marked by a very high turnout that could threaten Viktor Orban's parliamentary majority.

Interim data at 1630 GMT showed voter turnout at 68.13 percent, exceeding final turnout in the past three elections.

Opposition activists’ election watch party in front of parliament, under heavy police watch, kicks off with concert. Theme, predictably, is freedom. #Hungarypic.twitter.com/Qcv1oNuG23

Ruling Fidesz party lawmaker Gergely Gulyas said that it is unlikely that today's vote will result in a two-thirds parliamentary majority.

He said: "Theoretically everything is still possible as we don't know the data yet ... but in Hungary a two-thirds victory is possible if neither side loses more than 10 districts and there is a difference of at least 20 percent between the winner and the runner-up".

Mr Gulyas added: "I consider this unlikely. I think this is outside the category of reality."

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