ap physics task verbs (FRQs)

calculate

perform math steps to arrive at a final answer (including algebraic expressions, properly substituted numbers, and correct labeling of units and sig figs)

compare

provide a description or explanation of similarities and/or differences

derive

starting with a fundamental law or relationship, perform a series of mathematical steps to arrive at a final answer

describe

provide the relevant characteristics of a specified topic

determine

make a decision or arrive at a conclusion after reasoning, observation, or applying mathematical routines (calculations)

draw

create a diagram or schematic that illustrates relationships, depicts physical objects, or demonstrates consistency between different types of representation. (labels might be required idk lowk)

estimate

roughly calculate numerical quantities, values (greater than, equal to, less than), or signs (negative, positive) of quantities based on experimental evidence or provided data. while making estimations, showing steps in calculations are not required.

indicate

provide information about a specified topic, without elaboration or explanation

justify

provide qualitative reasoning beyond mathematical derivations or expressions to support, qualify or defend a claim

label

provide labels indicating unit, scale, and/or components in a diagram, graph, model, or representation

plot

draw data points in a graph using a given scale or indicating the scale and units, demonstrating consistency between different types of representations

rank

arrange quantities in relation to each other, typically by size or magnitude

sketch

create a graph, representation, or model that illustrates relationships or phenomena, demonstrating consistency between different types of representations. (labels may be required by lowk depends)

verify

confirm that the conditions of a scientific definition, law, theorem, or test are met to explain why it applies in a given situation. also use empirical data, observation, tests, or experiments to prove, confirm, and/or justify a hypothesis.