Observations and inferences

Front

What type of observation is made using instruments such as rulers, balances, and thermometers?

Back

Quantitative observation

Front

What is an inference based on a picture of a lady holding a green mug and a yellow phone receiver?

Back

The lady has a headache and is calling in sick to work.

Front

What percentage of their body mass do dolphins eat each day?

Back

4% of their body mass.

Front

What is an inference based on a picture of a duck-like creature with a mallet?

Back

The duck is angry or frustrated and is about to smash the computer with the mallet.

Front

What is a logical explanation of what you observe based on your own experience called?

Back

Inference

Front

What type of observation describes the colors and features of an object without using numbers?

Back

Qualitative observation

Front

What type of observation involves counting or measuring?

Back

Quantitative observation

Front

What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

Back

An observation is what you see, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from those observations.

Front

Give an example of a qualitative observation.

Back

The sky is blue and cloudy.

Front

Give an example of a quantitative observation.

Back

There are 5 apples in the basket.