Which of the following is an example of a Description Specification?

• A. A description of product by function
• B. An description of area requirements
• C. An example: 40 watt round down light
• D. A specification that calls for final fire rating

Answer: (B)

Description specifications convey what the space or work must accomplish using narrative terms, focusing on layout, size, location, and general attributes rather than naming products. An example is describing area requirements—the amount of space, how it relates to adjacent spaces, and the spatial criteria the project needs. This keeps the description at the level of space planning and general scope, rather than prescribing a specific product or a performance level. In contrast, naming a fixture like a 40-watt round down light identifies a particular product, which is a product specification, while requiring a final fire rating sets a specific performance criterion, which belongs to performance specifications.