Which term describes a part of a meeting that requires action?

• A. Action item
• B. Agenda
• C. Arbitration
• D. Benchmark

Answer: (A)

In meetings, the part that requires follow-through is called an action item. An action item is a specific task assigned to someone (or a team) with a clear objective and usually a due date, intended to be completed after the meeting. This makes it different from elements like the agenda, which lists topics to discuss; arbitration, which is a formal dispute-resolution process; and benchmark, which is a standard for measuring performance. Action items help ensure accountability and track progress on decisions or recommendations made during the meeting. For example, assigning someone to draft the project plan by Friday would be an action item.