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New method explains how neural networks learn modular addition

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Researchers have developed a new method using probability signatures to understand how neural networks learn modular addition tasks. This approach reveals that these networks develop specific Fourier-structured representations, which allows for exact generalization. The study also explains why noisy data can sometimes lead to faster initial learning in these networks, despite not having a coherent generalization rule. AI

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New method explains how neural networks learn modular addition

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  1. arXiv cs.AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Yunji Wang, Junjie Yao, Linyu Liu, Pinyan Lu, Zhi-Qin John Xu ·

    Probability-Signature Dynamics: Unpacking Modular Addition Learning Within Two-Layer Networks

    arXiv:2610.11833v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Neural networks trained on modular addition tasks often develop Fourier-structured representations that support exact generalization. While prior work has identified these Fourier circuits, the mechanism by which gradient-based trai…

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