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]


Talk to any major company looking for places to grow their business and ask what their No. 1 priority is, and they’ll give you the same answer: people.

Year after year, business leaders say the same thing. They love Florida’s beautiful environment, from our beaches to our estuaries. They love our famous Sunshine State weather, too. But they can’t come to Florida because of lack of investment in our work force. We’ve lost enumerable companies to other states.

More than two decades of one-party rule in Florida have led to historic cuts to public education, inadequate health care, and a systematic dismantling of good policy that allowed Floridians of all walks of life to rise and achieve their own American dream. Now, of the 10 most populated states in the country, Florida ranks dead last in wages, incomes and per capita GDP.

I’m an entrepreneur who has helped create thousands of Florida jobs in the private sector. I grew my organization to become a multibillion dollar company with operations in over 50 countries — and I believe Mayor Andrew Gillum has the right plans for our state’s economy. We need a massive investment into our public education, our vocational and technical schools as well as our state colleges to create that skilled work force that both attracts new companies to Florida as well as sustain existing businesses.

Gillum’s “Fair Share for Florida’s Future” plan is a common-sense vision for how Florida can compete for the jobs of the future, lift up working families across the state, and give every child a quality public education. All without raising taxes on any person or family in Florida.

Stephen M. Dowell / Orlando Sentinel Andrew Gillum, candidate for Florida Governor, speaks during an appearance at the Amway Center in Orlando on Thursday, October 4, 2018. Andrew Gillum, candidate for Florida Governor, speaks during an appearance at the Amway Center in Orlando on Thursday, October 4, 2018. (Stephen M. Dowell / Orlando Sentinel)

Jason Hook / Courtesy photo Harold Mills Harold Mills (Jason Hook / Courtesy photo)

His plan calls for adjusting Florida’s tax rate for large corporations from 5.5 percent to 7.75 percent and using the ensuing $1 billion in new revenue to rebuild our public schools, pay teachers a minimum starting salary of $50,000 a year, and invest in critical programs that are proven like early childhood education and vocational training.

Let's be clear: Nearly 98 percent of businesses would still pay no corporate income tax. The 2 percent to 3 percent of corporations that already pay the tax would still pay 84 percent less combined corporate taxes than under the past eight years of Gov. Rick Scott. Those are the facts.

Meanwhile, Gillum’s opponents are getting desperate and ludicrously claiming that he’ll bring “socialism” to Florida. That’s nothing but fear and fiction. I’ve spent the last 17 years in the entrepreneurial world in Florida, and I know firsthand that Gillum’s investment plans are exactly what businesses have been waiting for.

After all, any successful person in business knows you don’t cut your way to growth. Instead, investments in people and your work force yield the greatest dividends.

We finally have the opportunity to do the same for Florida. Gillum will invest in programs that are proved to pay off: vocational education, trade schools, state colleges and great public schools that create jobs like electricians, plumbers, welders, technicians and many others that truly create and sustain Florida’s middle class.

As an entrepreneur and business leader, I believe we need to bet on our people. Targeted investment in education, training and our work force is the real strategic investment for our state with measurable payoff. Everyone in our state deserves a great education and Gillum’s plan will reap massive rewards for Florida families and build the Florida economy of the future.

Harold Mills is a Central Florida entrepreneur and former CEO of ZeroChaos, a business he grew from its inception to become a multibillion-dollar company with operations in over 50 countries.

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