Command Terms Flashcards
Define
give the precise meaning of a word, phrase or physical quantity
Draw
represents by means of pencil lines
Label
add labels to a diagram
List
give a sequence of names or other brief answers with no explanation
Measure
find a value or quality
State
give a specific name, value, or other brief answer without explanation or calculation
Annotate
add brief notes to a diagram, drawing, or graph
Apply
use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in a situation
Calculate
find a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working (unless instructed not to do so)
Describe
give a detailed account
Distinguish
give the differences between two or more different items
Estimate
find an approximate value for an unknown quality.
Identify
find an answer from a given number of possibilities
Outline
give a brief account or summary (important info only
Analyse
interpret data to reach a conclusion
Comment
give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation
compare
Give an account of similarities and differences between two or more items, referring to both (all) of them throughout
Construct
represent or develop in graphical form
Deduce
reach a conclusion from the info given
Derive
manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or relationship
Design
produce a plan, simulation, or model
Determine
find the only possible answer
Discuss
give an account including, where possible, a range of arguments for and against the relative importance of various factors, or comparisons of alternative hypothesis
Evaluate
asses the implications and limitations
Explain
give a detailed account of causes, reasons, or mechanisms
Predict
give an expected result
Show
give the steps in a calculation or derivation
Solve
obtain an answer using algebraic and/or numerical methods
Suggest
propose a hypothesis or other possible answer
