Evaluate questions (Edexcel GCSE Business): Flashcards
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Typical mark value for evaluate questions
Typical mark value for evaluate questions
9-12 marks
What 'evaluate' means in exam questions
What 'evaluate' means in exam questions
Consider positive & negative, make balanced judgment
Key skill: Knowledge
Key skill: Knowledge
Accurate knowledge of business concepts & terminology
Key skill: Application
Key skill: Application
Connect theory to specific business context given
Key skill: Analysis
Key skill: Analysis
Critical analysis - break down issues, examine cause & effect
Key skill: Conclusions
Key skill: Conclusions
Draw well-reasoned conclusions supported by evidence
Main points per paragraph in evaluate answers
Main points per paragraph in evaluate answers
One main point or factor per paragraph
Balance requirement in evaluate answers
Balance requirement in evaluate answers
Consider both positive & negative aspects throughout
Common mistake: one-sided evaluation
Common mistake: one-sided evaluation
Only considering one side of the argument
Mistake: presenting advantages & disadvantages
Mistake: presenting advantages & disadvantages
Writing separate lists instead of integrating throughout
Common failure in evaluate answers
Common failure in evaluate answers
Describing/explaining well but not making judgments
What conclusion must demonstrate
What conclusion must demonstrate
Overall judgment based on analysis presented