To address situations where the agent struggles to understand single-word responses like "10," "no," or "yes," here are some strategies: • Ask for Clarification: If the response is ambiguous, the agent should ask the user to confirm or clarify their input. For example, "Could you clarify what you mean by '10'?" • Implement a Clarification Action: Design the agent to handle ambiguous inputs by categorizing them as "clarify" actions. This ensures the agent prompts the user for more specific information. • Context-Aware Handling: Single-word responses can often be understood if there is sufficient context. For instance, if the agent asks about a sauce preference and the user replies "mayonnaise," the intent is clear. • Avoid Assumptions: The agent should not make assumptions about unclear responses. If the input remains ambiguous after clarification attempts, the agent should transparently state that it does not understand. • Be Honest About Limitations: If clarification does not resolve the ambiguity, the agent should inform the user that it is unable to interpret the response. These strategies can help improve the agent's ability to handle single-word responses effectively.