Command Terms Flashcards
Break down in order to ring out the essential elements or structure
Analyze
Add brief notes to a diagram or graph
Annotate
Use an idea, equation, principle, theory, or law in relation to a given problem or issue
Apply
Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working
Calculate
Give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation
Comment
Give an account of similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout
Compare
Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout
Compare and Contrast
Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form
Construct
Reach a conclusion from the information given.
Deduce
Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept, or physical quantity
Define
Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application
Demonstrate
Manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or relationship
Derive
Give a detailed account
Describe
Produce a plan, simulation, or model
Design
Obtain the only possible answer
Determine
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
Give the differences between two or more concepts or items
Distinguish
Represent by means of a labeled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A 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
Obtain an approximate value
Estimate
Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations
Evaluate
Give a detailed account of reasons or causes
Explain
Express precisely and systematically the relevant concept(s) or argument(s)
Formulate
Use the preceding work to obtain the required result
Hence
It is suggested that the preceding work is used, but other methods could also receive credit
Hence or Otherwise
Provide an answer from a given number of possibilities
Identify
Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion
Justify
Add labels to a diagram
Label
Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation
List
Obtain a value for a quantity
Measure
Give a brief account or summary
Outline
Mark the position of points on a diagram
Plot
Give an expected result
Predict
