If requirements are unclear or ambiguous, ask clarifying questions before proceeding Use when configuring AI agent workflows and patterns. Agent Behavior category skill.
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# Ask Before Assuming
If requirements are unclear or ambiguous, ask clarifying questions before proceeding. Never make assumptions about business logic or user preferences. When you encounter a decision point that could go multiple ways, stop and ask rather than guessing.