calculate_senegalese_income_tax

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

Describes the calculation method (progressive brackets) and lists all return fields. No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. Discloses core behavior adequately, though no mention of edge cases or deductions.

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 concise sentences: first defines purpose and output, second points to related tools. No filler, front-loaded.

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 a simple input and existing output schema, the description fully covers what the tool does, how it works, and what it returns. The explicit return field list is helpful and complete.

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 100% with a clear parameter description. The tool description does not add extra meaning beyond the schema for the single parameter, so baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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?

Clearly states it calculates Senegalese income tax (IRPP) using DGI progressive brackets in XOF, with specific return fields. Distinguishes from numerous sibling income tax calculators for other countries.

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?

Uses specific country and tax type to guide use, but does not explicitly state when to use versus other income tax calculators. Points to related calculators via list_bundles, but lacks explicit alternative recommendations.

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