x402-trapezoidal-rule
Trapezoidal Rule: Integrates an expression over an interval with the trapezoidal rule 🆓 5 free trial calls per signed wallet
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | No | ||
| b | No | ||
| n | No | ||
| fn | No |
Trapezoidal Rule: Integrates an expression over an interval with the trapezoidal rule 🆓 5 free trial calls per signed wallet
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | No | ||
| b | No | ||
| n | No | ||
| fn | No |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Input schema / properties / a / descriptionRemoved value: -"A to process"Input schema / properties / b / descriptionRemoved value: -"B to process"Input schema / properties / fn / descriptionRemoved value: -"Fn to process"Input schema / properties / n / descriptionRemoved value: -"N to process"Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations, so the description carries the full disclosure burden. It adds the payment/billing trait (free trial per signed wallet), which is useful, but says nothing about precision, how n affects accuracy, error handling for unparseable expressions, or response shape.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
Two compact sentences, front-loaded with the action. The promo clause is slightly promotional but short and does not obscure the core statement.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
With no annotations, no output schema, and four completely undocumented parameters, the description should at minimum explain the expression syntax and how n is used. As written, an agent cannot reliably call the tool.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema coverage is 0% with four undocumented string params. The description implies a and b are interval bounds, fn is the expression, and n the subdivision count, but never maps concepts to parameter names and gives no syntax or format for the function expression.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
States a specific verb (integrates) and resource (an expression over an interval) with the named method (trapezoidal rule). It distinguishes itself reasonably from numerical-integration siblings like x402-simpsons-rule by naming the algorithm, though it does not explicitly contrast with them.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No when-to-use guidance, no mention of when the trapezoidal rule is preferable to Simpson's rule or midpoint method, and no prerequisites. The only extra sentence is a payment promo ('5 free trial calls per signed wallet'), which is not usage guidance.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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