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Give a brief, specific answer without explanation. Usually one sentence.

Provide the precise meaning of a word, phrase, or concept. Memorise textbook definitions exactly.

Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.

Provide an answer from a number of possibilities.

Obtain a numerical answer showing all relevant working. Always include units and correct sig figs.

Obtain the only possible answer through reasoning or calculation, showing the method used.

Obtain an approximate value, often to an order of magnitude.

Provide working that leads to a stated answer or conclusion. Steps must be clear and complete.

Give a detailed account, including all the relevant features (no need to explain why).

Give a detailed account including reasons or causes. Use 'because' or 'this is due to' and link physics concepts.

Offer a considered review including a range of arguments, factors, or hypotheses, with balanced evidence.

Give an account of similarities AND differences between two or more items, referring to all of them.

Give an account of the differences between two or more items, referring to all of them.

Give a brief account or summary of the main points only.

Propose a solution, hypothesis, or other possible answer based on the given information.

Manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation. Show all algebraic steps.

Draw a simple diagram showing key features (labelled axes, shape of curve, key points) but not to scale.

Draw a diagram or graph accurately, to scale where appropriate, with labels and units.

Add brief notes to a diagram or graph identifying features.

Give valid reasons or evidence to support a statement or conclusion.