---
entity_slug: ordinary_state_of_employments
evaluator: null
evaluated_at: '2026-02-23T06:03:37.275886'
overall_score: 4.0
scores:
- name: definition_precision
  value: 4.0
  max_value: 5.0
  rationale: The definition clearly distinguishes the ordinary state from extraordinary
    conditions and provides specific criteria (demand fluctuating around normal levels).
    It captures a distinct baseline concept rather than being vague, though it could
    be slightly more precise about what constitutes "normal levels."
- name: source_grounding
  value: 5.0
  max_value: 5.0
  rationale: This entity is directly grounded in Smith's explicit distinction in Chapter
    10 between ordinary and extraordinary states of employments. Smith uses this contrast
    throughout the chapter to explain wage variations and employment patterns across
    different trades.
- name: domain_placement
  value: 5.0
  max_value: 5.0
  rationale: '"General Theory" is the appropriate domain placement as this concept
    represents a fundamental theoretical framework that Smith uses to analyze labor
    markets. It''s a foundational analytical tool rather than a specific market mechanism
    or policy consideration.'
- name: vsm_relevance
  value: 2.0
  max_value: 5.0
  rationale: This entity is primarily a descriptive baseline condition rather than
    an active system component. While it might relate to S2 (coordination) as a reference
    point for detecting oscillations from normal states, it doesn't naturally map
    to any specific VSM system function.
- name: explanatory_value
  value: 4.0
  max_value: 5.0
  rationale: This entity provides significant explanatory value by establishing the
    analytical framework Smith uses to distinguish temporary wage fluctuations from
    structural differences between employments. It illuminates how Smith conceptualizes
    normal versus exceptional market conditions, which is crucial for understanding
    his broader labor theory.
---

# Evaluation: Ordinary State Of Employments

## definition_precision — 4.0 / 5.0

The definition clearly distinguishes the ordinary state from extraordinary conditions and provides specific criteria (demand fluctuating around normal levels). It captures a distinct baseline concept rather than being vague, though it could be slightly more precise about what constitutes "normal levels."

## source_grounding — 5.0 / 5.0

This entity is directly grounded in Smith's explicit distinction in Chapter 10 between ordinary and extraordinary states of employments. Smith uses this contrast throughout the chapter to explain wage variations and employment patterns across different trades.

## domain_placement — 5.0 / 5.0

"General Theory" is the appropriate domain placement as this concept represents a fundamental theoretical framework that Smith uses to analyze labor markets. It's a foundational analytical tool rather than a specific market mechanism or policy consideration.

## vsm_relevance — 2.0 / 5.0

This entity is primarily a descriptive baseline condition rather than an active system component. While it might relate to S2 (coordination) as a reference point for detecting oscillations from normal states, it doesn't naturally map to any specific VSM system function.

## explanatory_value — 4.0 / 5.0

This entity provides significant explanatory value by establishing the analytical framework Smith uses to distinguish temporary wage fluctuations from structural differences between employments. It illuminates how Smith conceptualizes normal versus exceptional market conditions, which is crucial for understanding his broader labor theory.
