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Command Terms IB ESS

TermDefinition
Define Give the precise meaning of a word phrase concept or physical quantity.
Draw Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A ruler should be used for straight lines. Diagrams should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted and joined in a straight line or smooth curve.
Label Add label to a diagram.
List Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.
Measure Obtain a value for a quantity.
State Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.
Annotate Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.
Apply Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given problem or issue.
Calculate Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages of working.
Describe Give a detailed account.
Distinguish Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items.
Estimate Obtain an approximate value.
Identify Provide an answer from a number of possibilities.
Interpret Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information.
Outline Give a brief account or summary.
Analyse Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure.
Comment Give a judgement based on a given statement or result of calculation.
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.
Deduce Reach a conclusion from the information given.
Demonstrate Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application.
Derive Manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or relationship.
Design Produce a plan, simulation or model.
Determine Obtain the only possible answer.
Discuss 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.
Evaluate Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.
Explain Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.
Examine Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue.
Justify Provide evidence to support or defend a choice, decision, strategy or course of action.
Predict Give an expected result.
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.
Suggest Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.
To what extent 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.
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