Inferences/Observations and Qualitative/Quantitative Data

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What is an inference?

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A logical explanation of an observation drawn from prior knowledge or experience.

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What is qualitative data?

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Data that describes qualities or characteristics, often expressed in words (e.g., 'That man is very tall').

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What is quantitative data?

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Data that can be measured and expressed numerically (e.g., 'There are five birds on the limb').

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What is an observation?

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The act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way (e.g., 'This sweater is itchy').

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How does qualitative data differ from quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes qualities, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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Give an example of an inference.

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'The boy must be staying home, because he is sick.'

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What is the purpose of making inferences?

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To draw conclusions based on observations and prior knowledge.

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What type of data is 'The sky is blue'?

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Qualitative data.

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What type of data is 'There are 10 apples in the basket'?

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Quantitative data.

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What is the relationship between observations and inferences?

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Observations are facts that can be seen or measured, while inferences are conclusions drawn from those observations.