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MYP Math Terms
MYP Math Command Terms
Term | Definition |
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calculate | Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working. |
comment | Give a judgment based on a given statement or result of a calculation. |
compare | Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout. |
compare and contrast | Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout. |
construct | Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form. |
contrast | Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout. |
deduce | Reach a conclusion from the information given. |
demonstrate | Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application. |
describe | Give a detailed account. |
determine | Obtain the only possible answer. |
distinguish | Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items. |
draw | 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. |
estimate | Obtain an approximate value. |
explain | Give a detailed account including reasons or causes. |
find | Obtain an answer showing relevant stages in the working. |
hence | Use the preceding work to obtain the required result. |
identify | Provide an answer from a number of possibilities. |
interpret | Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information. |
investigate | Observe, study, or make a detailed and systematic examination, in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions. |
justify | Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion. |
label | Add labels to a diagram. |
list | Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation. |
plot | Mark the position of points on a diagram. |
predict | Give an expected result. |
prove | Use a sequence of logical steps to obtain the required result in a formal way. |
show | Give the steps in a calculation. |
sketch | Represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate). The sketch should give a general idea of the required shape or relationship, and should include relevant features. |
solve | Obtain the answer(s) using algebraic and/or numerical and/or graphical methods. |
state | Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation. |
suggest | Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer. |
verify | Provide evidence that validates the result. |
write down | Obtain the answer(s), usually by extracting information. Little or no calculation is required. Working does not need to be shown. |
show that | Obtain the required result (possibly using information given) without the formality of proof. “Show that” questions do not generally require the use of a calculator. |