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Extended response (5 to 6 marks)
Process Command words
Definition
Plan with the command word, give a judgement or explanation supported by named details from the stimulus, use course terms and cover both sides when asked.
Example: 2025 Q25 (5 marks) and Q27 (6 marks).
Found in: school notes.
Where it is used in the test
Syllabus area: Command words.
Question types it can appear in
- Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.
Past questions of this type in the bank
- 2025 HSC exam Q24 Software Automation (Part A) · 5 marks
- 2025 HSC exam Q25 Software Automation (Part A) · 5 marks
- 2025 HSC exam Q27 Software Automation (Part A) · 6 marks
- Sample exam Q25 Software Automation (Part B) · 8 marks
- Familiarisation Q14 Software Automation (Part C) · 8 marks
Study links
- Flashcard: Extended response (5 to 6 marks) in Command Words and Question-type Skills · study that set
- Memorise: Exam day facts, key verbs and technique
How to use it in an answer
How to approach it
Plan with the command word, give a judgement or explanation supported by named details from the stimulus, use course terms and cover both sides when asked.
Pattern: 2025 Q25 (5 marks) and Q27 (6 marks).
Tips
- Answer the command word: outline gives main points only, explain gives a reason or cause, discuss gives both sides.
Related terms
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