IB Year 11 Standard Maths - Command Terms
About this set
Created by:
romster17 on February 20, 2011
Subjects:
ib year 11 maths, standard level maths, command terms, ib y11
Log in to favorite or report as inappropriate.
Order by
16 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Write Down | Obtain the answer(s), usually by extracting information. Little or no calculation is required. Working does not need to be shown. |
| Calculate | Obtain the answer(s) showing all relevant working. |
| Find | Obtain the answer(s) showing all relevant working. |
| Determine | Obtain the answer(s) showing all relevant working. |
| Differentiate | Obtain the derivative of a function. |
| Integrate | Obtain the integral of a function. |
| Solve | Obtain the solution(s) or root(s) of an equation. |
| Draw | Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A ruler should be used for straight lines. Diagrams should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted (if appropriate) and be joined in a straight line or smooth curve. |
| Sketch | Represent by means of a diagram or graph, labelled if required. A sketch should give a general idea of the required shape of the diagram or graph. |
| Plot | Mark the position of points on a diagram. |
| Compare | Describe the similarities and differences between two or more items. |
| Deduce | Show a result using known information. |
| Justify | Give a valid reason for an answer or conclusion. |
| Show That | Obtain the required result (possible using information given) without the formality of proof. Generally NO calculator use is needed. |
| 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. |
First Time Here?
Welcome to Quizlet, a fun, free place to study. Try these flashcards, find others to study, or make your own.