Observation vs. Inference

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an observation?
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An observation is a statement based on what you can see, hear, smell, taste, or touch. It is factual and does not involve interpretation.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an inference?
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An inference is a conclusion or interpretation made based on observations and prior knowledge. It goes beyond what is directly observed.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a prediction?
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A prediction is a statement about what you think will happen in the future based on current evidence or trends.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of an observation: 'The sky is blue.' What type of statement is this?
Back
Observation.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of an inference: 'The ground is wet, so it must have rained.' What type of statement is this?
Back
Inference.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of a prediction: 'I think it will rain tomorrow.' What type of statement is this?
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Prediction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can you tell if a statement is an observation?
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A statement is an observation if it describes something that can be directly seen or measured without interpretation.
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