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AS Level Physics Command Words

The document provides a list of command words commonly used in AS Level Physics, along with their definitions and explanations. Each command word, such as 'Define', 'Describe', and 'Calculate', is described in terms of the expected response or action required from students. This serves as a guide for students to understand how to approach different types of questions in their assessments.

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AS Level Physics Command Words

The document provides a list of command words commonly used in AS Level Physics, along with their definitions and explanations. Each command word, such as 'Define', 'Describe', and 'Calculate', is described in terms of the expected response or action required from students. This serves as a guide for students to understand how to approach different types of questions in their assessments.

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AS Level Physics Command Words & Explanations

Define
State the exact meaning of a term, usually as given in a textbook or syllabus.

Describe
Provide details of what is observed or happening, without explanation.

Explain
Give reasons or mechanisms for why something happens, often using scientific principles.

State
Give a concise answer without explanation.

Calculate
Use given data to determine a numerical answer, showing working where necessary.

Determine
Use given information, often applying a formula, to find an answer.

Estimate
Provide an approximate answer based on given information or assumptions.

Suggest
Give a possible explanation or answer based on scientific knowledge.

Compare
Describe similarities and differences between two or more items.

Deduce
Draw a conclusion from given information.

Discuss
Provide a balanced argument considering different points of view.

Show that
Provide steps to demonstrate that a given statement or formula is correct.

Sketch
Draw a rough graph or diagram, showing key features but not precise scaling.
Plot
Accurately draw a graph using given data, ensuring correct axes and scaling.

Justify
Give reasons to support an answer or decision.

Evaluate
Consider different aspects of a situation or data and make a judgment.

Measure
Obtain a value using an instrument such as a ruler, balance, or stopwatch.

Predict
Use known information to make an educated guess about an outcome.

Identify
Select or name an object, component, or feature based on a description.

Analyse
Examine in detail to find patterns, relationships, or meaning.

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