Before you use an AI answer, check these eight things

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A confident answer still needs review. Use this checklist before you share an AI-generated output or act on it.

Check the task and the facts

Does the output answer your actual request? Verify names, dates, figures, links, and sources against reliable material.

Check context and assumptions

Look for details the tool added without support. Make gaps and uncertainties visible. Separate evidence from suggestions.

Check voice and completeness

Does the tone fit your audience? Remove duplication, add missing information, and check that the structure is easy to follow.

Check action and sharing

Make sure the next steps are realistic and any commitments are confirmed. Consider whether the information is appropriate for the intended audience.

One final question helps: would I be comfortable explaining how I checked this result?