GRADE A

the standard we want on Advance! cover is known in the trade as Grade A. Grade A is correctly defined as color reproduction work that duplicates the color, color balance, clarity and image of the original photograph or artwork. It does not degrade or unfavorably alter the original. (FO 3559-1)

(colloquial) extremely good; first-rate. —Academy Level 0 Glossary Approved 3-12-90