Why are RNNs particularly suited for processing sequential text data compared to standard feedforward networks?

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NLP - Sequence Models for NLP

ABecause RNNs use convolutional filters to extract local features from text

BBecause RNNs maintain a hidden state that captures information from previous words in the sequence

CBecause RNNs require less training data than feedforward networks

DBecause RNNs do not need word embeddings for text input

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand RNN architecture
RNNs have loops allowing information to persist across time steps.
Step 2: Compare with feedforward networks
Feedforward networks treat inputs independently without memory of previous inputs.
Final Answer:
Because RNNs maintain a hidden state that captures information from previous words in the sequence -> Option B
Quick Check:
RNNs remember sequence context [OK]

Quick Trick: RNNs keep memory of past inputs in sequences [OK]

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