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IB Biology Command Terms
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- 1DefineGive the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity
- 2DrawRepresent a labelled, accurate diagram or graph using a pencil. Rulers should be used for straight lines, and the diagrams should be drawn to scale. Graphs have to have points correctly plotted and joined in a straight line or smooth curve
- 3LabelAdd labels to a given diagram
- 4ListGive a sequence of brief answers without explanation
- 5MeasureObtain a value for a quantity
- 6StateGive the specific name, value or other brief answer without any explanations or calculations
- 7AnnotateAdd brief notes to a diagram or graph
- 8CalculateObtain a numerical answer showing relevant stages in the working
- 9DescribeGive a detailed account of what is asked for
- 10DistinguishIdentify the clear differences between two or more concepts or items
- 11EstimateObtain an approximate value
- 12IdentifyProvide an answer from a number of possibilities
- 13OutlineGive a brief account or summary
- 14AnalyseBreak down, to bring out the essential elements or structure
- 15CommentGive a judgement based on a statement or result of a calculation
- 16CompareGive an account of the similarities between 2+ items, referring to all items throughout
- 17Compare & ContrastGive an account of similarities and differences between 2+ items, referring to both of them throughout
- 18ConstructDisplay information in a diagrammatic or logical form
- 19DeduceReach a conclusion from the given information
- 20DesignProduce a plan, simulation or model
- 21DetermineObtain the only possible answer
- 22DiscussOffer a considered and balanced view including a range of arguments, factors or hypotheses. Opinions/conclusions are stated clearly and supported by the necessary evidence
- 23EvaluateMake an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations
- 24ExplainGive a detailed account including reasons or causes
- 25PredictGive an expected result
- 26SketchRepresent by means of a diagram or graph which is labelled as appropriate. It should give the general idea of the required shape or relationship and should include relevant features
- 27SuggestPropose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answers.
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- Biology SL Flashcards on IB Biology Command Terms, created by Sarah Manon Konn on 06/05/2015.
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