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I want to know the differences between normative and informative annexes in Ada 95.

I am just able to find a list of each of them but not the differences. What are the differences?

Walter
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A normative annex specifies what must be true of any Ada implementation providing that Annex.

An informative Annex provides additional description or rationale, but places no requirement on Ada implementations.

This is (roughly) the same distinction as between the Ada Reference Manual and the Ada Rationale.

jimwise
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  • So, can i define them this way??Normative Annexes are considered part of the standard. Informative Annexes are presented for the information provided and are not considered part of this standard. – user1830644 Feb 11 '13 at 03:26
  • Roughly, yeah -- they're informational material which *accompanies* the standard, but include no requirements. – jimwise Feb 11 '13 at 12:03