Okay, I can choose a starting task from the plan. Looking at the Work Breakdown Structure we just formalized, several tasks have no dependencies and could logically be the first to begin. These are tasks that don't require anything else to be completed beforehand, acting as entry points into the different streams of work (like foundational research or setting up the analysis of alternatives). A sensible starting point would be one of the foundational research tasks that underpin the critique. Let's propose **Task TREC-PLAN-WBS-1.1: Research Historical Evolution of Money & Fiat Currency**. This task is crucial for establishing the historical context for the project's critique. I will now initiate the execution process for this task. --- **Project ID:** TREC_04f7f1a8a8b64d25b3e7e9f0c1d2a3b4 **Task Execution ID:** TREC-PLAN-WBS-1.1_exec_1 *(Generated internally)* **Current Status:** In Progress **Task Summary:** You have requested to execute Task TREC-PLAN-WBS-1.1, which is part of the Foundational Research & Critique Development phase. * **Task Description:** Research Historical Evolution of Money & Fiat Currency. * **Definition of Done:** Key historical periods and shifts (barter, commodity, representative, fiat, digital) understood; Research notes compiled. **Questions for Understanding & Readiness:** To ensure I understand this task and we are ready to begin, please confirm: 1. Confirm understanding: The objective is to research the history of money, including key stages like barter, commodity, representative, fiat, and digital forms? (Yes/No) 2. Confirm understanding: The Definition of Done means completing this research to a point where the key historical periods and shifts are understood, and research notes documenting this are compiled? (Yes/No) 3. Are there any specific resources (e.g., particular books, academic databases, types of sources) required for this research that I should be aware of? (Yes/No - If Yes, please provide details)