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Tiny Transformers achieve higher arithmetic accuracy with new training methods

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Researchers have developed a method to improve arithmetic reasoning in small language models by using algorithmic scratchpads and a hierarchical curriculum. They found that proper data loading and linguistic pretraining are crucial, and that modern architectural components like RoPE and SwiGLU enhance performance. A specific digit-by-digit long division scratchpad significantly boosted accuracy, though multi-digit multiplication remained challenging due to summation complexities. The study also highlighted issues with unseen operands and catastrophic forgetting during unbuffered training. AI

IMPACT Demonstrates techniques to improve reasoning capabilities in smaller, more efficient language models.

RANK_REASON Academic paper detailing novel training methods for small language models on arithmetic tasks. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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Tiny Transformers achieve higher arithmetic accuracy with new training methods

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  1. arXiv cs.LG TIER_1 English(EN) · Sourabh Kasliwal ·

    Algorithmic Scratchpads and Curriculum Staging for Arithmetic Reasoning in Tiny Transformers

    arXiv:2610.09003v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Autoregressive Large Language Models (LLMs) frequently struggle with deterministic multi-step algorithmic tasks such as multi-digit multiplication and long division. In this paper, we investigate the mechanics of multi-step arithmet…

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