Calculate
Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working
Comment
Give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation
Compare
Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout
Construct
Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form
Contrast
Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout
Deduce
Reach a conclusion from the information given
Demonstrate
Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application
Describe
Give a detailed account
Determine
Obtain the only possible answer
Differentiate
Obtain the derivative of a function
Distinguish
Make clear the difference between two or more concepts or items
Draw
Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A ruler (or straight edge) should be used for straight lines. Diagrams should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted (if appropriate) and joined in a straight line or smooth curve
Estimate
Obtain an approximate value
Explain
Give a detailed account including reasons or causes
Find
Obtain an answer showing relevant stages in the working
Hence
Use the preceding work to obtain the required result
Hence or otherwise
It is suggested that the preceding work is used, but other methods could also receive credit
Identify
Provide an answer from a number of possibilities
Integrate
Obtain the integral of a function
Interpret
Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information
Investigate
Observe, study, or make a detailed and systematic examination, in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions
Justify
Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion
Label
Add _______ to a diagram
List
Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation
Plot
Mark the position of points on a diagram
Predict
Give an expected result
Prove
Use a sequence of logical steps to obtain the required results in a formal way
Show
Give the steps in a calculation or derivation
Show that
Obtain the required result (possibly using information given) without the formality of a proof. ________ questions do not generally require the use of a calculator
Sketch
Represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate). The ________ should give a general idea of the required shape or relationship, and should include relevant features.
Solve
Obtain the answer(s) using algebraic and/or numerical and/or graphical methods
State
Give a specific name, value, or other brief answer without explanation or calculation
Suggest
Propose a solution, hypothesis, or other possible answer
Verify
Provide evidence that validates the result
Write down
Obtain the answer(s), usually by extracting information. Little or no calculation is required. Working does not need to be shown.