Observation, Inference, draft

What is the definition of an observation?

• A guess based on observations

• An inference about the future

• Information gathered using our 5 senses and measurement tools

• A prediction based on past events

What is an inference?

• Information gathered using our 5 senses and measurement tools

• A guess based on observations

• An inference about the future

• A prediction based on past events

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an observation?

• Information gathered using our 5 senses

• Information gathered using measurement tools

• A guess based on observations

• Data collected through direct interaction

Which term refers to an inference about the future?

• Observation

• Inference

• Prediction

• Measurement

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-2

Which of the following best describes the process of making an observation?

• Making a guess based on previous data

• Using our 5 senses and measurement tools to gather information

• Predicting future events based on current data

• Analyzing past events to make a conclusion

Why is it important to differentiate between observations, inferences, and predictions?

• To ensure accurate data collection

• To make better guesses about the future

• To understand the process of scientific investigation

• All of the above

Determine if the following statement is an observation (O), an inference (I), or a prediction (P): "The liquid is blue and transparent."

• Observation (O)

• Inference (I)

• Prediction (P)

• None of the above

Determine if the following statement is an observation (O), an inference (I), or a prediction (P): "If I touch the hot beaker, I will burn my hand."

• Observation (O)

• Inference (I)

• Prediction (P)

• None of the above

Look at the image below. Read the statement and determine if it is an observation (O), a prediction (P) or an inference (I). Write the correct letter on the line.

• Observation (O)

• Prediction (P)

• Inference (I)

• None of the above

They are bird eggs.

• Observation (O)

• Prediction (P)

• Inference (I)

• None of the above