Deep analysis prompts
Hidden assumptions audit
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Surface the unstated beliefs every source is building on — and which ones wouldn't survive scrutiny.
Shared by Sourclip — credit where it's due.
Audit every source in this notebook for its hidden assumptions — the beliefs the author treats as obvious but never actually defends. For each source: 1. List 3–5 load-bearing assumptions in plain language. 2. Mark each as Stated, Implied, or Smuggled (presented as fact without argument). 3. For each, describe what would have to be true in the world for the assumption to hold. 4. Flag any assumption that contradicts another source in the notebook. End with a ranked list of the 5 assumptions that, if wrong, would most damage the overall picture these sources paint together. Explain the damage in one sentence each. Do not invent assumptions. If a source is thin on hidden premises, say so.
How to use it
- 1Open your notebook at notebooklm.google.com.
- 2Replace the [bracketed] parts with your specifics.
- 3Paste the prompt into the chat box and send it.
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