VCE: command terms

account of%Describe a series of events or transactions

account for%State reasons for; report on

analyse%Identify components and relationships, and explain their significance

apply%Use knowledge or skills in a particular situation or context

assess%Make a judgment about value, quality, significance, or outcomes

calculate%Work out a numerical answer using mathematical processes and show working

clarify%Make something easier to understand

compare%Identify similarities and differences and their significance

construct%Build or create something by arranging ideas or information logically

contrast%Show how things are different or opposite

deduce%Draw a conclusion from given information

define%Give the precise meaning of a word or concept

demonstrate%Show how something works or prove something using examples or formulas

describe%Give characteristics, features, or qualities accurately

discuss%Present a balanced argument showing different sides of an issue

distinguish%Show clear differences between things

evaluate%Make a judgment using evidence and reasoning

examine%Consider something carefully and identify relationships or assumptions

explain%Give detailed reasons why or how something happens

extract%Select relevant details or information

extrapolate%Infer or extend information based on existing trends or evidence

identify%Recognise and name something

infer%Draw conclusions from evidence rather than direct statements

interpret%Explain the meaning or significance of something within context

investigate%Study or examine something to establish facts or conclusions

justify%Support an argument or decision with evidence and reasoning

list%Provide items one after another

name%Give the correct word or term for something

outline%Give the main features or a general overview

persuade%Convince someone through reasoning or argument

predict%Suggest what is likely to happen based on information available

propose%Put forward an idea or suggestion for consideration

recall%Present remembered facts or experiences

recommend%Suggest something as suitable for a purpose

recount%Retell events or steps in order

state%Give a brief specific answer without explanation

suggest%Put forward an idea or possible solution

summarise%Briefly give the main points or details

synthesise%Combine different elements into a whole or overall point