How to interpret the result
In a constructed run with four events, Candidate A matches 3 of 4 with an average closest distance of 0.62 degrees and Candidate B matches 3 of 4 at 0.48 degrees, so B is listed first, though a different orb could reorder them. Open each candidate to see which angle and planet produced each contact; if one planet keeps appearing for unrelated events, the pattern may be coincidence.
Why it matters
Event-based rectification is how many Western astrologers test an uncertain birth time, and solar arcs suit it because one rate applies to every point. This variant suits someone with a well-documented timeline who wants to see how strongly a whole set of dates favors a candidate.
Traditional meaning
Rectifiers traditionally prefer events with a clear date and start, such as a move, a marriage or a new job, matched to an angle whose themes fit: the Midheaven for public turns, the IC for home. Older techniques such as the trutine of Hermes worked from conception theory instead.
Reflection use
Build the event list first, marking how sure you are of each date, then run again with only your most certain events. If the top candidate changes, the evidence is thinner than the first ranking suggested.