Command Terms Flashcards

1
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Define

A

Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity.

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2
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Draw

A

Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a
pencil. A ruler (straight edge) should be used for straight lines. Diagrams
should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted (if appropriate) and joined in a straight line or a smooth curve.

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3
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Label

A

Add labels to a diagram.

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4
Q

List

A

Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.

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5
Q

Measure

A

Obtain a value for a quantity.

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6
Q

State

A

Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or
calculation.

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7
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Annotate

A

Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.

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8
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Apply

A

Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given
problem or issue.

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9
Q

Calculate

A

Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working.

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10
Q

Describe

A

Give a detailed account.

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11
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Distinguish

A

Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items.

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12
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Estimate

A

Obtain an approximate value.

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13
Q

Identify

A

Provide an answer from a number of possibilities.

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14
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Outline

A

Give a brief account or summary.

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15
Q

Analyse

A

Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure.

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16
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Comment

A

Give a judgment based on a given statement or result of a calculation.

17
Q

Compare

A

Give an account of similarities between two (or more) items or situations,
Referring to both (all) of them throughout.

18
Q

Compare and
Contrast

A

Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or more)
items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.

19
Q

Construct

A

Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form.

20
Q

Deduce

A

Reach a conclusion from the information given.

21
Q

Derive

A

Manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or
relationship.

22
Q

Design

A

Produce a plan, simulation or model.

23
Q

Determine

A

Obtain the only possible answer.

24
Q

Discuss

A

Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range of
arguments, factors or hypotheses. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.

25
Q

Evaluate

A

Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.

26
Q

Explain

A

Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.

27
Q

Predict

A

Give an expected result

28
Q

Show

A

Give the steps in a calculation or derivation.

29
Q

Sketch

A

Represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate). The
Sketch should give a general idea of the required shape or relationship, and should include relevant features.

30
Q

Solve

A

Obtain the answer(s) using algebraic and/or numerical and/or graphical
methods.

31
Q

Suggest

A

Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.