A definition of the terms utilized in the chart above is as follows:

Degree of Benefit

Minor:  Change or modification which provides a slight improvement in methods, forms, facilities, equipment, etc.

Moderate:  Average change or modification in methods, forms, facilities, equipment, etc

Marked:  Exceptional change or modification in methods, forms, facilities, equipment, etc.

Extent of Application

Narrow:  Limited in application. Affects the program or function and/or the policy and procedures of one or more units within a division, branch, region, or district.

Broad:  Of wide scope or application. Affects one or more major programs or functions and/or the policy and procedures of one or more divisions, branches, regions, or districts.

Frequency of Occurrence

Low:  Relatively small in amount (seldom to occasional).

High:  Greater than is usual or normal in amount (frequent).