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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To show differences and similarities, but with the emphasis on differences.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To explain what something is or how it appears. Draw a picture with words.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To discuss or explain.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To state the meaning of a term, theory, or concept. Place the subject in a category and explain what makes it different from other subjects in the category.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To make a list of main ideas by numbering them.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To examine something for its weaknesses, limitations, or failings.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To make a chart, drawing, or graph. Label the categories or elements, and maybe give a brief explanation.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To examine for strengths and weaknesses. Give specific evidence and may wish to cite authorities to support your position.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To fully go over something. Cover the main points, give different perspectives, and discuss strengths and weaknesses.
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| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To break down the subject into parts and discuss each part. Discuss how the parts relate to each other.
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11 | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif)
| ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) | ![](/olcweb/styles/shared/spacer.gif) To show differences and similarities, but with the emphasis on similarities.
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