Observation & Inference

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What is an observation?

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A fact gathered with the senses.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion or assumption based on observations.

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The sky is cloudy. Is this an observation or an inference?

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Observation.

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The ground is wet because it rained. Is this an observation or an inference?

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Inference.

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The dog is barking loudly. Is this an observation or an inference?

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Observation.

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The cat is hiding because it is scared. Is this an observation or an inference?

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Inference.

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What senses do we use to make observations?

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Sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

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The leaves are falling from the trees. Is this an observation or an inference?

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Observation.

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The child is tired because he played all day. Is this an observation or an inference?

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Inference.

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What is the difference between observation and inference?

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Observation is a fact gathered with the senses; inference is a conclusion based on observations.