IB Command Terms (Group1 September)

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Analyze

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Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure. (To identify parts and relationships, and to interpret information to reach conclusions.)

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Apply

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Use knowledge and understanding in response to a given situation or real circumstances. Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given problem or issue.

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Evaluate

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Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.

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Explain

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Give a detailed account including reasons and causes. (See also “Justify”.)

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Measure

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Obtain a value for a quantity.

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Recall

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Remember or recognize from prior learning experiences.

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State

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Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.