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get_requirement

Retrieve a single safety subgoal by pattern ID or display ID, providing normative content and pattern layer guidance. Display IDs can resolve to multiple underlined subgoals.

Instructions

Retrieve one subgoal (framework normative content + Pattern layer guidance) by pattern_id (e.g., 'D3::idx2::sandboxing') or display_id (e.g., 'D3.2'). display_id may resolve to multiple subgoals — underlined variants share display_ids.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
idYes
include_patternNo

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observedv0.3.3

TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Behavior3/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. Explains retrieval and ID resolution but does not mention error handling or response format for multiple matches.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Two sentences, front-loaded with purpose and examples, no wasted words. Efficient and clear.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Covers ID formats and subgoal content but omits return structure or error behavior. Without output schema, this is a notable gap, yet the tool is simple and context from siblings helps.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema has no descriptions for parameters (0% coverage). Description explains 'id' parameter well with examples but does not clarify 'include_pattern' (boolean, default true). Partial compensation.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states it retrieves one subgoal by specific IDs, with examples and content description. It implicitly distinguishes from sibling tools like search or list.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Provides ID format examples and notes display_id may yield multiple results, giving clear context for usage. Does not explicitly exclude alternatives but context is sufficient.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.