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English and Afrikaans command-word examples
Use these as general revision prompts. The required level of detail depends on the subject, question and official memorandum.
| English Command Word | Afrikaans Ekwivalent | Helpful response approach |
|---|---|---|
| Calculate / Solve | Bereken / Los op | Show relevant working and units where the question calls for them; check the rounding instruction. |
| Determine | Bepaal | Work out or identify the result using the method appropriate to that question. |
| Prove / Show that | Bewys / Toon aan dat | Step-by-step rigorous logical progression starting from known theorems or LHS = RHS. |
| State / Define | Noem / Definieer | Give the required fact or a precise definition using the correct subject terminology. |
| Explain / Discuss | Verduidelik / Bespreek | Cause-and-effect relationship in full sentences using accurate scientific or accounting terms. |
| Evaluate / Critically assess | Evalueer / Krities beoordeel | Weigh pros and cons, reach a justified conclusion or recommendation backed by evidence. |
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