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IB Psych Command
IB Psychology Command Terms
Question | Answer |
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Define | Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity |
Describe | Give a detailed account |
Outline | Give a brief account or summary |
State | Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation |
Analyse | Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure |
Apply | Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given problem or issue |
Distinguish | Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items |
Explain | Give a detailed account including reasons or causes |
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 |
Contrast | Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout |
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 |
Examine | Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue |
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 |