Observations and Inferences

Front

What is an observation that is not based on numbers?

Back

Qualitative observation.

Front

What is the term for a conclusion drawn from evidence or reasoning?

Back

Inference.

Front

What type of observation describes qualities or characteristics?

Back

Qualitative observation.

Front

What type of observation involves measurements and numbers?

Back

Quantitative observation.

Front

If I say, 'The boy is probably sad,' what type of statement is this?

Back

Inference.

Front

What is an example of a qualitative observation?

Back

The flowers are green and blue.

Front

What is an inference about a picture that shows a broken wall?

Back

Someone has already called 911.

Front

What do we call a statement that describes what we see directly?

Back

Observation.

Front

What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

Back

An observation is a direct statement about what is seen, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

Front

What type of observation would 'There are 5 apples on the table' be classified as?

Back

Quantitative observation.