1. First Principles of Artificial Intelligence

Before diving into the exam domains, we must establish the foundational mental models that underpin all AI concepts. Think of this section as building the foundation of a house—without it, everything else is unstable. These first principles will serve as your compass when navigating unfamiliar scenarios on the exam.

The beauty of understanding first principles is that you don't need to memorize every possible exam question. Instead, you develop reasoning tools that allow you to derive the correct answer from fundamental truths.