Observation vs. Inference

Observation vs. Inference

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Science

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an inference?

Back

A statement based off of your observations.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is information gathered using your 5 senses called?

Back

Observation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do you call the act of noticing something using your senses?

Back

Observation.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you see two spiders on a slide, what is that called?

Back

Observation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between observation and inference?

Back

Observation is what you see or notice; inference is what you conclude based on those observations.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What can you infer if you see a van parked outside a restaurant?

Back

The driver was hungry.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you count fourteen penguins, what is that called?

Back

Observation.

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