State
One-word or one-line answer, with no working required.
Definition
"State" usually means a single fact or value. Over-explaining wastes time. Write the answer, move on.
Example
State the y-intercept of y = 3x + 5. Answer: 5.
Common confusion
Students sometimes "show working" on a "state" question and waste exam time.
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