Command terms Flashcards
give a detailed account
describe (A01)
give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation
state (AO1)
make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items
distinguish (AO2)
give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity
define (AO1)
make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations
evaluate (AO3)
give a detailed accound\t including reasons or causes
explain (AO2)
consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue
examine (AO3)
give an account of similarities AND DIFFERENCES between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout
compare and contrast (AO3)
obtain a value for a quantity
measure (AO4)
give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion
justify (AO3)
give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation
list (AO1)
obtain the required result (possibly using information given) without the formality of proof. These questions do not generally require the use of a calculator
show that (AO4)
give a brief account or summary
outline (AO1)
add labels to a diagram
label (AO4)
obtain the answers using algebraic and/or numerical and/or graphical methods
solve (AO4)
give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout
compare (AO3)
propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer
suggest (AO2)
consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with appropirate evidence and sound argument
to what extent (AO3)
provide an answer from a number of possibilities
identify (AO4)
give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation
comment (AO2)
give the steps in a calculation or derivation
show (AO4)
display information in a diagrammatic or logical form
construct (AO4)
use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given problem or issue
apply (AO2)
mark the position of points on a diagram
plot (AO4)
give an account of the differences between two (or more) items of situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout
contrast (AO3)
manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or relationship
derive (AO4)
break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure
analyse (AO2)
obtain the only possible answer
determine (AO4)
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 smooth curve
draw (AO4)
represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate). It should give a general idea of the required shape or relationship, and should include relevant features
sketch (AO4)
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
discuss (AO3)
obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working
calculate (AO4)
