IGCSE Econ. P2. Q2-5. Answer Guide
IGCSE Econ. P2. Q2-5. Answer Guide
"Identify two...?", "Define..."
"Explain two.../how?/why?..."
To answer this type of question, think of it as 2+2, in that you only need to identify and explain two factors, reasons, methods, etc....
"Analyse how/why..."
The answer to this type of question requires you to write a chain of reasoning that shows how and why something happens, not just that it happens. No evaluation required—just show how and why. 2–3 well-developed chains usually get full marks. Diagrams are sometimes expected (e.g. labour market D/S curves, PPC shifts). Contextual examples get rewarded (link to case study if given).
"Discuss whether or not...."
The answer to this type of question requires two parts, one that gives reasons why the argument might be true and one that gives reasons why the argument might NOT be true.
As you can see from the descriptors, it also uses the terms depth and developed