Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure.
Annotate
AO4
Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.
Classify
AO2
Arrange or order by class or category.
Compare
AO3
Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
Compare and contrast
AO3
Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
Construct
AO4
Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form.
Contrast
AO3
Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
Define
AO1
Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity.
Describe
AO1
Give a detailed account.
Determine
AO1
Obtain the only possible answer.
Discuss
AO3
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.
Distinguish
AO2
Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items.
Draw
AO4
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
AO1
Obtain an approximate value.
Evaluate
AO3
Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.
Examine
AO3
Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue.
Explain
AO2
Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.
Identify
AO1
Provide an answer from a number of possibilities.
Justify
AO3
Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion.
Label
AO4
Add labels to a diagram.
Outline
AO1
Give a brief account or summary.
State
AO1
Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.
Suggest
AO2
Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.
To what extent
AO3
Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with empirical evidence and sound argument.
IB and IGCSE Command words