Biology Command Terms

1. Obtain an answer using algebraic and/or numerical methods.
3. Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in a new situation.
5. Add labels to a diagram.
9. Give the steps in a calculation or derivation.
10. Assess the implication and limitations.
11. Manipulate a mathematical relationship(s) to give a new equation or relationship.
13. Find an approximate value for an unknown quantity.
15. Give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation.
17. Propose a hypothesis or other possible answer.
18. Find an answer from a given number of possibilities.
20. Represent by means of a graph showing a line and labelled but unscaled axes, but with important features (for example, intercept) clearly indicated.
21. Add brief notes to the diagram or graph.
22. Represent by means of pencil lines (always label unless told not to do so).
23. Find a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working (unless instructed not to do so).
24. Give an account including, where possible, a range of arguments for and against the relative importance of various factors or comparisons of alternative hypotheses.
25. Give a brief account or summary.
27. Give a detailed account of causes, reasons or mechanisms.
28. Give a detailed account.
29. to both (all) of them throughout.

1. Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.
2. Interpret data to reach conclusions.
4. Give sequence of names or other brief answers with no explanation.
6. Give an expected result.
7. Represent or develop in graphical form.
8. Find the only possible answer.
12. Produce a plan, simulation or model.
14. Give the differences between two or more different terms.
16. Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or more) items,
19. Reach a conclusion from the information given.
24. Give the precise meaning of the word, phrase or physical quality.
26. Find a value for a quantity.