AI Agents Mirror Method Choices

AI analysis agents do not produce a single objective result: they make subtle methodological choices (e.g., dollar vs. share volume, raw vs. proportional volatility) that systematically change outcomes. When many agents are asked the same research question they can produce widely divergent empirical 'styles' and conclusions. — If policy and media rely on AI‑produced studies, divergence in agent methodology could create conflicting expert outputs and erode trust in evidence‑based decisions.