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Exit criterion: a pre-defined, observable condition that,
Exit criterion: a pre-defined, observable condition that, when met, triggers a reassessment or release of a commitment
Why This Is a Definition
This is a clear, precise definition that establishes the term's genus (condition that triggers action) and differentia (pre-defined, observable, triggers reassessment/release). It directly answers 'what exactly does X mean here?' and distinguishes exit criteria from vague emotional reactions.