A type of assessment method that is characterized by the process of checking, inspecting, reviewing, observing, studying, or analyzing one or more assessment objects to facilitate understanding, achieve clarification, or obtain evidence, the results of which are used to support the determination of security control effectiveness over time. Source: NIST SP 800-53A Rev 1
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A type of assessment method that is characterized by the process of checking, inspecting, reviewing, observing, studying, or analyzing one or more assessment objects to facilitate understanding, achieve clarification, or obtain evidence, the results of which are used to support the determination of security control effectiveness over time. Source: NIST SP 800-53A Rev 1
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Examine. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/examine
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