Inference vs Observation

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Information gathered using your 5 senses.

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Observation

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The girl is folding her arms.

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Observation

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The river is toxic.

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Inference

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It's December. (Observation or Inference?)

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Inference

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The 2 men are wearing black.

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Observation

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"They are celebrating." Is this an observation or inference?

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Inference

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The child is sick. Options: Observation, Inference

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Inference

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Can be influenced by personal experiences and background knowledge

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Inference

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What is an observation for this picture?

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There is a man in a kayak

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What is Ms. Mo's email?

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