IB business management HL command terms

advise

offer suggestions/recommendations for a potential course of action

apply

use an idea, principle or theory in relation to a problem or issue

calculate

give a precise numerical answer

classify

arrange or order by class or categories

comment

write an explanation of, or commentary of, the information given in relation to a problem or issue

complete

add missing information/data

construct

present a variety of information in a diagrammatic or tabular form

formulate

express precisely, clearly and in a systematic manner the relevant concept(s) or argument(s)

interpret

use knowledge and understanding to explain and, where appropriate, draw inferences from a given situation, problem or issue

outline

give a brief explaination and or summery of the issues, principles, or arguments stated in the question

prepare

put given data or information into a suitable business format

recommend

present an advisable course of action with appropriate supporting evidence/reasons, in relation to a given situation, problem or issue

Analyse

Break down in order to bring out the essential elements, structure, any underlying assumptions and any interrelationships involoved.

Compare

Describe two (or more) situations and present the similarities between them.

Contrast

Describe two (or more) situations and present the differences between them.

Define

Give a clear and precise meaning of a given word, term, or concept.

Describe

Present the characteristics of a particular topic.

Discuss

Offer a considered and balanced review of a particular topic. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by empirical evidence and sound argument.

Distinguish

Make clear the differences between two or more concepts/terms.

Evaluate

Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations of different evidence and arguments.

Examine

Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue.

Explain

Describe, giving reasons.

Justify

Provide evidence to support or defend a choice, decision, strategy or course of action.

To what extent

Evaluate the success or otherwise of an argument or concept. Opinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with appropriate evidence and sound argument.