Which statement defines inspection as the act described when conducted by an official or trained person?

• A. The act of examining something by an official or a person who has been specially trained
• B. An official or formal review
• C. A casual glance
• D. A numerical assessment

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that inspection is a careful examination performed by someone with authority or special training. The best description captures both the act of examining and the responsible examiner: the act of examining something by an official or a person who has been specially trained. This wording emphasizes not just looking, but a deliberate, skilled assessment carried out by someone qualified. It helps explain why inspection is distinct from a casual glance, or from a purely numeric check, because it centers on the examiner’s role and the methodical nature of the examination. The other options either describe a more casual or general review, or focus on numbers rather than the accountable, trained examiner performing a thorough look.