In this digital age, I believe treating robots politely serves as crucial practice for maintaining healthy human interactions. When people consistently use courteous language like "please" and "thank you" with machines, they reinforce habits of respect that naturally transfer to human relationships. Conversely, normalized rudeness towards machines could gradually erode social graces. IMaintaining basic politeness with machines acts as a safeguard against such behavioral corrosion. 

Consider a child who regularly interacts with a smart speaker at home to complete homework. Each time they ask, "Alexa, please explain how photosynthesis works," followed by a sincere "Thank you" after receiving the answer, they unconsciously train their brain to associate requests with polite language. When this child encounters a challenging problem in class, they instinctively raise their hand and ask politely rather than rudely demanding. Over time, this consistency builds a respectful communication style that teachers and peers naturally appreciate, fostering better relationships and collaborative learning environments.