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MYP Command Terms Flashcards

1
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Annotate

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Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.

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Apply

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Use knowledge and understanding in response to a given situation or real circumstances. Use an idea, equation, principle, theory, or law in
relation to a given problem or issue.

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Calculate

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

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Classify

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Arrange or order by class or category.

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Comment

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

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Compare

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Give an account of the similarities between two items or situations, referring to both of them throughout

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Compare and Contrast

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

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Contrast

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

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Create

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To evolve from one’s own thought or imagination, as a work or an invention.

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Critique

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Provide a critical review or commentary, especially when dealing with works of art or literature.

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Deduce

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Reach a conclusion from the information given.

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Define

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

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Demonstrate

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Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application.

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Derive

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

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Describe

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Give a detailed account or picture of a situation, event, pattern, or process.

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Design

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Produce a plan, simulation, or model.

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Determine

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Obtain the only possible answer.

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18
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Develop

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To improve incrementally, elaborate or expand in detail. Evolve to a more advanced or effective state.

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Differentiate

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Obtain the derivative of a function.

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Discuss

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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.

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Distinguish

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

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Document

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Credit sources of information used by referencing (or citing) following a recognized referencing system. References should be included in
the text and also at the end of the piece of work in a reference list or bibliography.

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Draw

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Represent by means of a labeled, 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.

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Estimate

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Obtain an approximate value for an unknown quantity.

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Evaluate

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Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.

26
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Examine

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Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue.

27
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Explain

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Give a detailed account including reasons or causes

28
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Explore

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Undertake a systematic process of discovery.

29
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Find

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Obtain an answer showing relevant stages in the working.

30
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Formulate

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Express precisely and systematically the relevant concept or argument.

31
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Hence

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Use the preceding work to obtain the required result.

32
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Otherwise

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It is suggested that the preceding work is used, but other methods could also receive credit.

33
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Identify

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Provide an answer from a number of possibilities. Recognize and state briefly a distinguishing fact or feature.

34
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Integrate

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Obtain the integral of a function.

35
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Interpret

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Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information

36
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Investigate

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Observe, study, or make a detailed and systematic examination, in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

37
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Justify

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Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion.

38
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Label

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Add a title, labels, or brief explanation(s) to a diagram or graph

39
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List

A

Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.

40
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Measure

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Obtain a value for a quantity.

41
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Organize

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Put ideas and information into proper or systematic order.

42
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Outline

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Give a brief account or summary.

43
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Plot

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Mark the position of points on a diagram.

44
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Predict

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Give an expected result of an upcoming action or event.

45
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Present

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Offer for display, observation, examination, or consideration.

46
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Prioritize

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Give relative importance to, or put in an order of preference.

47
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Prove

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Use a sequence of logical steps to obtain the required result in a formal way.

48
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Select

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Choose from a list or group.

49
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Show

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Give the steps in a calculation or derivation.

50
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Show that

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Obtain the required result without the formality of proof. “Show that” questions do not generally
require the use of a calculator.

51
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Sketch

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Represent by means of a diagram or graph. The sketch should give a general idea of the required shape or
relationship, and should include relevant features.

52
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Solve

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

53
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State

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

54
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Summarize

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Abstract a general theme or major point

55
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Synthesize

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Combine different ideas in order to create a new understanding.

56
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To what extent

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Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with
appropriate evidence and sound argument.

57
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Trace

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Follow and record the action of an algorithm.

58
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Use

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Apply knowledge or rules to put theory into practice.

59
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Verify

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Provide evidence that validates the result.

60
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Write down

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Obtain the answer, usually by extracting information. Little or no calculation is required. Working does not need to be shown.

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