> ## Documentation Index
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# Rule Structure

> Learn the structure of market rules and how each part affects resolution

Market rules follow a consistent structure. Each part contributes to how the final outcome is determined.

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## Resolution Criteria

Market rules begin with the **resolution criteria**. The criteria describe the conditions for the market to resolve to **Yes** or **No**. Any **alternative settlement terms** also appear here, including situations where the market settles at 0.50.

**Examples**

* This market will resolve to Yes if the candidate wins the election.
* If Team A wins, the market will resolve to "Team A".
* If the game is canceled entirely with no make-up game, this market will settle 50-50.

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## Qualifying Requirements

If additional clarity is needed, the rules may include **qualifying requirements**, **non-examples**, and **edge-case scenarios** to show how resolution applies in specific situations.

**Examples**

* **Qualifying requirement**: The handshake must be clearly visible on video from start to finish.
* **Non-example**: Any handshake too unclear to measure.
* **Edge case**: If the measured duration falls exactly on the boundary between two duration brackets, this market will resolve to the higher bracket.

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## Resolution Timeframe

Rules specify **when** the outcome is evaluated.

**Examples**

* The market resolves based on results available at 11:59 PM ET on the end date.
* The market resolves once official certification is published.
* If the event does not occur by 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to "No".

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## Resolution Sources

Rules list the **official sources** used to confirm the outcome. Unlisted sources have **no effect** on resolution.

**Examples**

* The resolution source for this market will be information from the **governing league**.
* The resolution source for this market will be information from an **official data provider**.
* The resolution source for this market will be confirmed once **all listed news sources** report the same outcome.