Observations vs. Inferences

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What is an observation?

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An observation is information gathered using the five senses: sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

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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.

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What is a qualitative observation?

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A qualitative observation describes qualities or characteristics that cannot be measured, such as color, texture, or smell.

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What is a quantitative observation?

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A quantitative observation involves measurements and numbers, such as height, weight, or volume.

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Give an example of a qualitative observation.

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The sky is blue.

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Give an example of a quantitative observation.

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There are 50 students in the classroom.

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is a direct statement based on what is seen or measured, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from those observations.

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What type of observation is 'The liquid feels slippery'?

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Qualitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'There are 200 mL of liquid'?

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Quantitative observation.

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Is 'The child is most likely sad' an observation or an inference?

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Inference.