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 GLOSSARY OF TERMS USED IN THE LAW EXAMINATION

KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS

UK – Use of Knowledge

CK – Conceptual Knowledge

WORD DEFINITION/MEANING

Analyse Examine methodically and in detail the elements of a scenario, a law, etc. and
then draw (a) conclusion(s).

Apply Use knowledge and or principles law to resolve a legal situation. This will require
making references or drawing conclusions

Assess Present reasons for the importance of particular structures, relationships or
processes.

This involves comparing the advantages and disadvantages or the merits and
demerits of a particular structure, relationship or process to determine relative
value

Cite Provide an example of a case, a quotation or a reference.

Classify Divide into groups according to observable characteristics.

Comment State opinion or view with supporting reasons.

Compare State, describe and elaborate on the similarities and differences.

Deduce Make a logical connection between two or more pieces of information; use data
to arrive at a conclusion.

Define Provide a precise statement giving the nature or the scope or the meaning of a
term; or use the term in one or more sentences so that the meaning is clear and
precise.

Describe Provide detailed information of the appearance or arrangement of a specific
structure or sequence of a specific process.

Description may be done by using words, drawings or diagrams or an appropriate
combination. Drawings or diagrams should be annotated to show appropriate
detail where necessary.

Develop Expand or elaborate an idea or argument with supporting reasons.

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