Story shows a mastery of facts, news judgment, narrative flow, proper style, writing and editing, and fairness and balance. Minimal use of passive constructions. Well-edited, accurate copy. Contains relevant material but may lack completeness. Also has a few proofreading and Associated Press style errors.
Copy needs further editing and polishing before publication.
Some organizational and writing problems. Contains inaccuracies or lacks completeness. A half-hearted effort that produces an adequate but cursory story. Needs considerably more editing. Cannot be published without major editing.