### Question
How does the law define units?


### Answer
Under *37 U.S.C. § 301*, **units** is defined as:

> the significant increments of performance prescribed as qualifying standards in regulations promulgated by the President pursuant to this section

#### Citation:
  - *37 U.S.C. § 301*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-SPECIAL AND INCENTIVE PAYS**

