imply a binding and verifiable specification; 
b) the word ‘should’ implies an optional, but desirable, specification; 
c) the word ‘may’ implies an optional specification; 
d) the words ‘is’, ‘are’, and ‘will’ imply statements of fact. 
NOTE – These conventions do not imply constraints on diction in text that is clearly 
informative in nature. 
1.5.4 CONVENTIONS 
The following conventions apply: 
– The term Designated Community may include multiple Designated Communities. 
– Sub-metrics for any section are