Command Words

Question 1

Multiple-choice questions (1)

Answer 1

Select correct answer from a choice of 4 questions. Knowledge, no application.

Question 2

Define (1)

Answer 2

To define a term from the specification content. Knowledge, no application.

Question 3

Give (1)

Answer 3

Give an answer testing recall of knowledge from the specification content. Knowledge, no application.

Question 4

State (1)

Answer 4

To give an answer, no longer than a sentence. Application.

Question 5

Identify (1)

Answer 5

Select the correct answer from reading a graph or a table of data. Application.

Question 6

Outline (2)

Answer 6

Provide 2 linked points about a business concept or issue. Application.

Question 7

Explain (3)

Answer 7

Give a statement of fact, with 2 further expansion points. These may expand on each other, or both from the same fact. Knowledge, no application.

Question 8

Analyse (6)

Answer 8

Write an extended answer, requiring expansion and exploration of a business concept or issue. Application.

Question 9

Justify (9)

Answer 9

Write an extended answer, using the information provided in order to recommend one of two options to a business. Application.

Question 10

Evaluate (12)

Answer 10

Write an extended answer using knowledge of the specification content, to reach a supported conclusion about a business situation. Application.