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How to ask follow-up questions

Mastering follow-up questioning with TaxGPT is key for tax accountants to extract detailed information about complex topics effectively.

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Mastering the art of follow-up questioning is crucial for extracting detailed and specific information from TaxGPT. This practice ensures that tax accountants can dive deeper into complex topics and obtain the nuanced answers they require.

Detail-oriented initial queries


  • Begin with detailed and specific initial queries. The quality of follow-up questions heavily depends on the foundation set by the initial question.

  • Ensure that the initial query is clear and comprehensive, setting a solid base for further exploration.

Using references from previous questions


  • Build upon previous questions and answers. Referencing earlier queries or responses helps maintain context and continuity in the conversation.

  • This approach allows TaxGPT to understand the trajectory of the inquiry, providing more connected and relevant responses.

Requesting elaboration for detailed responses


  • Ask TaxGPT to elaborate on specific parts of its previous answers. This could involve requesting more details, examples, or explanations of certain aspects.

  • For instance, if a response about a tax deduction is too general, a follow-up might be, “Can you provide more details on how this deduction applies to self-employed individuals?”

Precision in tax terminology


  • Use accurate and appropriate tax terms in follow-up questions. This ensures that TaxGPT recognizes the specific area of tax being queried and responds with the correct level of detail.

  • Technical accuracy in phrasing questions is key to receiving deep, analytical responses.

Rephrasing for clarity and satisfaction


  • If the response from TaxGPT does not fully address the query, don't hesitate to rephrase the question for clarity.

  • Rephrasing is a powerful tool to guide the AI towards the desired answer or to explore different facets of a topic.

Example of effective follow-up strategy


  • Exploratory query:

    • When selling real property, how can I defer or eliminate capital gains tax?

  • Narrowing query:

    • Which strategies are available for investment properties?

  • Follow-up query:

    • What are the rules involved with a Section 1031 exchange, and how do I report the event on my tax return?

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