Observations and Inferences Challenge

Front

What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

Back

An observation is a fact; an inference is a conclusion based on that fact.

Front

Which of the following is a qualitative observation?

• The car has four wheels.
• The sky is 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
• The sky is blue.
• The book is on the table.

Back

The sky is blue.

Front

Quantitative observation

Back

A quantitative observation is a measurement that results in numerical data.

Front

Give an example of an observation.

Back

The sky is blue on a clear day.

Front

What can be inferred from the observation that the ground is wet?

Back

It has likely rained recently or there is another source of water.

Front

Identify whether the statement is an observation or an inference: 'The sky is cloudy.'

Back

observation

Front

What type of observation involves numbers and measurements?

Back

Quantitative observation

Front

Provide an example of a quantitative observation.

Back

The plant is 25 centimeters tall.

Front

Is 'The flower is red' a qualitative or quantitative observation?

Back

Qualitative observation

Front

What is an inference based on the observation that a person is shivering?

Back

The person is likely cold.