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Although these terms will be used frequently in examination questions, other terms may be used to direct students to present an argument in a specific way.  \nCommand term  \nAnalyse  \nCompare  \nAssessment objective level  \nAO2  \nAO3  \nDefinition  \nBreak down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure.  \nGive an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.  \nCompare and  \ncontrast  \nAO3 Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or  \nmore) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.  \nContrast AO3 Give an account of the differences between two (or more) items  \nor situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.  \nDefine AO1 Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or  \nphysical quantity.  \nDescribe AO1 Give a detailed account.  \nDiscuss AO3 Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range  \nof arguments, factors or hypotheses. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.  \nDistinguish AO2 Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or  \nitems.  \nEvaluate AO3 Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.  \nExamine AO3 Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the  \nassumptions and interrelationships of the issue.  \nCommand term Assessment Definition  \nobjective level  \nExplain AO2 Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.  \nIdentify AO1 Provide an answer from a number of possibilities.  \nJustify AO3 Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or  \nconclusion.  \nOutline AO1 Give a brief account or summary.  \nSuggest AO2 Propose a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer.  \nTo what extent AO3 Consider the merits or otherwise of an argument or concept.  \nOpinions and conclusions should be presented clearly and supported with appropriate evidence and sound argument.","cbCaioQurzk98qHk","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaioQurzk98qHk","pdf",84971,"English","# Glossary of command terms\n## Command terms and assessment objective levels","[{\"question\":\"What do AO1, AO2, and AO3 mean in this glossary?\",\"answer\":\"Each command term is linked to an assessment objective level. 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