7.1.1 Understanding Command Words

• The command word "Describe" asks you to present detailed characteristics or attributes of a topic.


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• The command word "Analyze" expects you to break down a complex issue into its components and examine their relationships.


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• The command word "Compare" asks you to highlight similarities and differences between two or more topics.


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• Match the command word with its meaning:

  Define ↔️ Provide a clear and concise definition

  Describe ↔️ Present detailed characteristics

  Explain ↔️ Clarify reasons or processes
• When using the command word "Compare," you can create a table or use parallel paragraphs
• Match the command word with its meaning:

  Define ↔️ Provide a clear and concise definition

  Describe ↔️ Use relevant examples

  Explain ↔️ Clarify reasons or processes
• The command word "Evaluate" requires you to provide a balanced view, considering both positive and negative aspects
• Match the command word type with its approach:

  Descriptive ↔️ Provide clear definitions

  Analytical ↔️ Explain reasons/processes

  Evaluative ↔️ Assess strengths/weaknesses
• The "Analytical" command words include "Explain," "Analyze," and "Compare."


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• Evaluative command words expect you to discuss various viewpoints on a subject.


  True
• Why is understanding command words crucial in Economics exams?

  Success in exams
• What does the analytical approach for command words like Explain, Analyze, and Compare involve?

  Clarifying reasons or processes
• Tailoring your response to the specific requirements of each command word helps demonstrate your knowledge in Economics.


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• The command word Define requires referring back to key phrases and terminology
• Using bullet points or a step-by-step structure is recommended for the command word Explain.


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• What does the command word Evaluate require in Economics exams?

  Provide a balanced view
• Understanding the specific requirements of each command word is crucial for success in Economics exams
• Analytical command words require highlighting the relationships between different points in Economics.


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• The command word Define requires providing a clear and concise definition
• The command word Analyze requires identifying main points, supporting details, and discussing their interconnections.

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• Define: Provide a clear and concise definition of a concept by referring back to key phrases and terminology
• Explain: Clarify the reasons or processes behind a concept, cause, or effect, using bullet points or a step-by-step structure
• Compare: Highlight the similarities and differences between two or more topics, using a table or parallel paragraphs
• Discuss: Present a balanced consideration of different perspectives on a subject, addressing multiple viewpoints, including pros and cons
• Explain: Clarifying the underlying logic of a concept or process often involves using bullet points or a step-by-step structure.


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• Define: Providing a clear and concise definition of a concept is a key requirement of the descriptive command word.


  True
• Evaluate: Providing a balanced view that considers both positive and negative aspects is crucial for this command word.


  True
• Understanding the specific requirements of each command word is essential for answering questions effectively in economics exams.


  True
• Explain: Clarifying the underlying logic of a concept or process often involves using bullet points or a step-by-step structure.


  True
• The command word "Define" requires you to provide a clear and concise definition
• The command word "Explain" requires you to clarify the reasons or processes behind a concept, cause, or effect
• The command word "Evaluate" requires you to assess the strengths, weaknesses, and effectiveness of a policy or economic model
• The command word "Discuss" requires you to present a balanced consideration of different perspectives
• When using the command word "Analyze," you should structure your response with main points and supporting details.


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• The command word "Discuss" requires you to address both pros and cons of a topic.

  True
• The command word "Analyze" requires you to identify main points and supporting details and discuss how they interconnect.


  True
• When using the command word "Discuss," you should address multiple viewpoints, including pros and cons.

  True
• The "Descriptive" command words include "Define" and Describe
• The "Evaluative" command words include "Evaluate" and Discuss
• Order the types of command words from descriptive to evaluative:

  1️⃣ Descriptive

  2️⃣ Analytical

  3️⃣ Evaluative