Understand Question Language Flashcards
List:
To state in the briefest form. Eg list two factors that are included in a cash flow forecast
State
To give or say
Eg state two methods of market research data
What is meant by
A definition of a key term is needed plus an example. Eg what is meant by ‘opportunity cost?’
Calculate
Use maths to work out an answer eg calculate the company’s profit variance for May
Explain
Make clear. Often used to define terms and give examples in explanation. Eg. Explain one reason why the owners might have decided to use primary market research
Outline
A knowledge based skill, requiring the identification of a point and some brief development as opposed to ‘explain’ which requires more detail eg. Outline one benefit to this business of using a business consultant
Analyse
To break down into constituent parts in order to be able to understand an issue or problem. Analysis involves recognising what is important, and being able to apply knowledge and understanding of business where necessary. Eg. Analyse the importance of monitoring quality
Examine
To break down an issue or problem to understand it.
Eg. Examine two possible reasons why the net profit margin has fallen
Explain how X might X
Make clear. Often used to define terms and give examples in explanation.
Eg. Explain how … Might develop a more effective workforce
Discuss
To compare a number of possible views about an issue or problem or weigh up their relative importance. A conclusion is essential.
Eg. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of Britain joining the European Single Currency
Evaluate
Like discuss, to compare a number of possible views about an issue or problem and weigh up their relative importance.
Eg. Evaluate the policies available to the government to reduce unemployment
Recommend and justify
Put forward advice or suggestions and demonstrate or prove to be just, right or valid. Must be plausible.
Eg. Recommend appropriate financial methods of motivation in this case. Justify your answer.
To what extent
Invites candidates to explain and analyse and then comment upon the relative importance of arguments.
Eg. To what extent do you agree with Paul’s view that drawing up cash flow forecasts is vital for the company’s long run success?
What does define mean?
To give the exact meaning of a term or concept eg define market growth
List:
To state in the briefest form. Eg list two factors that are included in a cash flow forecast
