### Question
What is the definition of standard?


### Answer
The definition of **standard** is as follows in *23 U.S.C. § 501*:

> a document that—


(A) contains technical specifications or other precise criteria for intelligent transportation systems that are to be used consistently as rules, guidelines, or definitions of characteristics so as to ensure that materials, products, processes, and services are fit for the intended purposes of the materials, products, processes, and services

#### Citation:
  - *23 U.S.C. § 501*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGY, AND EDUCATION**

