Command Term Science - IB MYP

Which command term describes "Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working."

• Calculate

• Comment

• Classify

• Construct

Which word describes "Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity."

• Demonstrate

• Define

• Describe

• Design

Which command term will be used for "Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations."

• Estimate

• Determine

• Evaluate

• Explain

The command term "Identify" means

• Provide an answer from a number of possibilities. Recognize and state briefly a distinguishing fact or feature

• Express precisely and systematically the relevant concept(s) or argument(s)

• Remember or recognize from prior learning experiences.

• Obtain the answer(s) using appropriate methods.

The command term "Outline" refers to

• Obtain a value for a quantity

• Give the steps in a calculation or derivation

• Give a brief account or summary

• Obtain the answer(s), usually by extracting information. Little or no calculation is required. Working does not need to be shown.

The command term used for "Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion" is

• Evaluate

• Determine

• Formulate

• Justify

Give a brief account or summary

• Outline
• Analyse
• State
• Compare

This term means - apply your knowledge and understanding to a new situation.

• Sketch

• Describe

• Complete

• Suggest

Give a plausible outcome

• Plot

• Plan

• Name

• Predict

Mark on a graph using data given

• Sketch

• Draw

• Plot

• Plan