Observations vs. Inferences vs. Predictions

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Information gathered using your 5 senses is called an

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Observation

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

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What is an inference?

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A statement based off of your observations.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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Observation for the picture:

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There is a man in a kayak

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Which observation is quantitative? Options: It is 5 cm long, It is smooth, It looks red, It is dry

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It is 5 cm long

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Observation about the picture: The boy has fallen off his bike, The boy is in a lot of pain, The boy has injuries to his knees, The boy learned his lesson about wheelies.

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The boy has injuries to his knees

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Read each statement. Then choose whether the statement is an observation, inference, or prediction.
In 6 months, it will be too hot to go outside.
Options: Observation, Inference, Prediction

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Prediction

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Read each statement. Then choose whether the statement is an observation, inference, or prediction.

The container is filled to the 350 mL mark.

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Observation

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Explain the difference between quantitative and qualitative observations.

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Quantitative observations use numbers, qualitative uses the senses.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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These kind of observations are made using instruments such as rulers, balances and thermometers.

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quantitative

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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These kind of observation use your senses to observe results.

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qualitative

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8