Observations and Inferences

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What is observation?

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Information gathered using the 5 senses.

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NGSS.1-PS4-2

NGSS.K-LS1-1

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What is an example of an observation?

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The man has a blue shirt.

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What is the statement 'There are fourteen red roses on my birthday cake' an example of?

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Observation.

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NGSS.2-PS1-1

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What can be inferred from the statement 'The boy is not going to school today'?

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Inference.

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Which of these is an observation: 'The dog is 4 years old' or 'The dog is wearing a hat'?

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The dog is wearing a hat.

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What is the difference between observation and inference?

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Observation is information gathered using the senses, while inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion or deduction made based on observations.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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Give an example of an inference.

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The man is upset because he's hungry.

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What senses are used in making observations?

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Sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

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Why is it important to distinguish between observation and inference?

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It helps in understanding the difference between what is directly perceived and what is interpreted.