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]


This post was last updated on July 14, 2020 at 8:17 pm

With the games in the mobile sector being rapidly increasing with the developers focusing on the interest developing in the gamers, there have been many games which are being introduced day in and out. Developers are keen to introduce new and fresh games in the Mobile Market, for different reasons, maybe to make revenue or to give good games and earn fame. There were a lot of games released the following week, one of them being MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2020, developed by Glu Mobile. Glu is a very popular video game developer based in America. With the release, there were a lot of questions and doubts for new players regarding the game. So, in this MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2020 beginner’s guide, the main focus will be on how to know the game and adapt to it quickly.

About MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2020

MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2020 was released on 16th March 2020 for Android and iOS. The game is similar to Glu’s previous hit, MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2019 but with a fresh game and entirely updated teams, rosters and kits. If you have an account logged in to the 2019’s version, you can access that in the current game too.

How to Play – Guide to MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2020

After you login to the game, you get to select your model team. After selecting, you will play the tutorial where they’ll explain how to play the game. Honestly, in this part it is dead easy, no math is required to understand. The gameplay is simple, you just have to ‘Tap’ to hit. You play the ‘batter’ and all you have to do is time the ball well. There is no timing meter so there’s necessarily no great tactic to understand, but you’ll adjust once you start playing. You don’t get to ‘pitch’ in this game, just have to bat.

Game Menu

The game menu is actually bit confusing and not easy to understand for beginners. You’ll understand it slowly once you get a knack of the game.

Now let us take a look at the menu options.

Games

Here, you can play online or play a bonus game. A quick match of your level is done and then you get to play an inning each. You have options to find members and invite them to play, with a search box given to ease things.





In a bonus game, you can play a full 9 inning standard MLB game, of course, you get to bat only. However, you can set your team accordingly, the order of your hitters/batters and pitchers.

Store

This includes in-game items, which are of game currency or real money. Here, you can get hands on different players via drafts. They can be obtained for free once you are completing certain games/objectives or else you can buy them by exchanging gold. These include player drafts, where you can randomly get a player to add into your team via a player draft. Better the drafts, better chances of getting a star player.

You can also upgrade your team via the ‘upgrade’ option in the same menu, where you can upgrade different team aspects such as hitting, pitching, offensive power and more by using game currency.





Setting your team

You can find the ‘Team’ option in the game menu. There, you get to check out your team and the current roster of players. Also, you get to create your own legend under the ‘My Legend’ sub-menu. For different levels of progression, there are different improvements for your legend. Note that you can’t change the playing style of your legend once it is selected, but can customize him whenever you want.





Also, you can select franchise players for a limited number of matches, say 5. You can do the same by using franchise coins available in game. Moreover, if you are impressed with that player, you can even extend the contacts.

The list of your batters and pitchers is shown in the same Team menu. You can access your players and upgrade them using game currency and gold. Also, you can view their individual stats by clicking the ‘i’ button on their profile.

In the Gameday submenu, you can set your Uniform, Strategy and Batting Order. Uniforms can be bought by using game gold. The strategy involves how you would like your game go. It includes several options like to what level you would like to Consider Bunting or Stealing with levels like Low, Average, Lots and Extreme. It is up to you to set those.

In the batting order, you can either manually enable your batting order or set it automatically. You can change according to a pitcher, different order for a left- or right-hand pitcher can be set manually.

Clubs

In this menu, you can access your club. You can leave and join a club, where a maximum of 20 can be in a club. Here, you can chat with other players in the club. You can help them level up by donating items such as helmets, balls, gloves which are obtaining while you level up a player, complete games etc. Doing this will result in obtaining loyalty points which can be spent in the shop on purchasing a Club Loyalty Box for evo tokens and other rewards.

In the club, you get to play events, where again you can obtain several rewards. These are time-period events and will refresh. Another club event is called Target Bash, where you get to participate for your club in a Club vs Club matchup. A schedule is followed and matchup is played. According to club matchup points, the clubs are ranked and then the rewards are distributed.





Compete

This menu involves competitions that earn you rewards. There are events such as Walk off hero, Homerun battles, Prime Events and Tournaments where you have to bat but with different conditions and rules. Based on your rankings, the rewards are distributed.

Progression

Here, you have to progress tier by tier to get upgrades for your team. They include Rookie, Beginner, Novice, Amateur, Intermediate and Advanced. These follow up for Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond tiers. You can obtain special tier players, for example Silver players, Diamond players etc. and will unlock additional divisions.

Season Mode

This mode involves in a season like experience like in the MLB. You have to progress to ‘Bronze Novice’ to unlock it.

Achievements





They include your achievements in game. They also will have all your stats, games played, lost and won with match history too. You can also view in-depth stats of your team and your players, both batters and pitchers.

We hope that you’ll find this MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2020 beginner’s guide useful to understand the game properly. For more Game guides, make sure to visit GamingonPhone again. And if you are looking for a group of Mobile Gamers to discuss about mobile games, join our Discord server.