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Math command terms
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| calculate | obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working |
| comment | give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation |
| compare | give an account of the similarities between 2 (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout |
| compare & contrast | give an account of the similarities & differences between 2 (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 difference between 2 (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 |
| differentiate | obtain the derivative of a function |
| distinguish | make clear the differences between 2 or more concepts or limits |
| 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 & 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 |
| hence or otherwise | it is suggested that the preceding work is used, but other methods could also receive credit |
| identify | provide an answer from a number of possibilities |
| integrate | obtain the integral of a function |
| interpret | use knowledge & understanding to recognize trends & draw conclusions from given information |
| investigate | observe, study, or make a detailed & systematic examination, in order to establish facts & reach new conclusions |
| justify | give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion |
| label | add labels to diagrams |
| list | give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation |
| plot | mark the position of points on a diagram |
| predict | give an unexpected result |
| prove | use a sequence of logical steps to obtain the required result in a formal way |
| show | give the steps in a calculation or derivation |
| show that | obtain the required (possibly using information given) without the formality of proof. "Show that" questions don't generally require the use of a calculator |
| 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, & should include relevant features |
| solve | obtain the answers using algebraic &/or numerical &/or graphical methods |
| state | give a specific name, value or other brief 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 info. Little or no calculation is required. Work does not need to be shown |
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