Glossary
Show Reasoning
Show Reasoning reveals the context, knowledge sources, and actions behind any Maven AI agent response, so teams can see why it answered as it did.
Updated September 29, 2026
What Is Show Reasoning?
When reviewing a past conversation in Agent Designer, teams can open Show Reasoning on any agent response. It shows the context the agent considered, which knowledge sources it used, and which Actions it took, making the agent's behavior transparent and easy to debug.
Why It Matters
- Faster fixes: Teams can trace a wrong answer to its source, such as an outdated article, instead of guessing.
- Trust and governance: Clear reasoning supports review, audits, and AI governance programs.
- Better configuration: Seeing what the agent used helps teams tune Charters and knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Show Reasoning the same as an audit trail?
They are related. Show Reasoning focuses on explaining individual responses, which contributes to a broader AI audit trail.
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