Academic Vocabulary Flashcards

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Analyze

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Interpret data to reach stated conclusions

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Annotate

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Add brief note to a diagram, drawing or Graph.

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Apply

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Use an idea, equation, principle, theory, or law in a new situation.

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Calculate

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Find an answer using mathematical methods. Show the work unless instructed not to.

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Compare

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Show similarities between two or more items, referring to both (or all) of them throughout.

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Construct

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Represent or develop in graphical form.

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Contrast

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Show differences. Set in opposition.

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Define

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Give the precise meaning of a word or phrase as concisely as possible.

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Derive

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Manipulate a mathematical equation to grow a new equation or result.

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Describe

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Define, name, draw annotated diagrams, give characteristics of, or an account of.