offsets__verify_disbursement

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

No annotations provided. The description implies a read-only audit function but does not explicitly state side effects or permissions. It discloses the recomputation and confirmation actions but not whether it modifies state.

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?

One concise sentence with a context-setting prefix. No wasted words, front-loaded purpose.

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?

Adequately describes purpose and public auditability, but lacks expected output/return value information. No output schema or return type hinted, which could be important for a verification 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?

No parameters (schema coverage 100%). Baseline 4 per rubric. The description adds context about what is computed (hash chain, conservation) but no parameter-specific info needed.

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?

The description clearly states the tool recomputes the disbursement certificate hash chain and confirms whole-book conservation, using specific verbs and resources. It distinguishes from other offsets tools by focusing on verification of disbursement, but does not explicitly differentiate from similar verify tools like offsets__verify_certificate or offsets__verify_retirement.

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?

Implied usage as an audit tool ('Any party can audit disbursements'), but no explicit guidance on when to use this vs alternatives like offsets__certify_disbursement or offsets__disbursement_schedule. Lacks exclusion criteria or context.

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