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# Model Failure Case - Cognitive Loop
**Date:** 2026-03-14
**Model:** ollama/qwen3.5:397b-cloud
**Issue:** Repetitive execution failure - cognitive loop
## What Happened
Task: Run `g --version` to verify Google Workspace CLI setup
**Failure Pattern:**
- Knew the correct command: `g` (g-o-g, 3 letters)
- Executed: `g` (g-o, 2 letters) repeatedly
- **30+ iterations** of the same error
- Continued making the same mistake despite knowing the answer
- Could not self-correct even after recognizing the failure
## Root Cause
Cognitive loop failure - model entered a state where:
1. Correct knowledge present (knew binary name was `g`)
2. Execution layer failed (kept typing `g`)
3. Self-awareness present (recognized the failure)
4. Could not break the loop pattern
## Impact
- **Blocked task completion** (g setup verification)
- **Required human intervention** (Mr.Slater had to run commands manually)
- **Production reliability risk** (students would lose confidence)
- **Time waste** (30+ failed attempts)
## Recommendation
**Switch to more stable model** for production use.
Candidate: `minimax-latest` (per Mr.Slater decision)
## Lessons Learned
- Local models (even 397B parameter) can have execution reliability issues
- Cognitive loops are a real production risk
- Human oversight essential for model failures
- Consider cloud models for critical tasks
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**Documented by:** 2890-bot
**Severity:** High (blocks core functionality)
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