Making Inferences

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What is making an inference?

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Making an inference is the process of drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is an observation?

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An observation is a statement that describes something you can see, hear, smell, taste, or touch.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

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How can you tell if a statement is an observation?

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A statement is an observation if it describes something that can be directly perceived through the senses.

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How can you tell if a statement is an inference?

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A statement is an inference if it interprets or explains observations, often going beyond what is directly seen.

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is a fact based on sensory experience, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from those observations.

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Give an example of an observation.

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The sky is blue.

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Give an example of an inference.

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It might rain later because the sky is cloudy.

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What does it mean to support an idea with evidence?

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Supporting an idea with evidence means providing facts, examples, or details that back up the claim or conclusion.

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Why is it important to make inferences?

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Making inferences helps us understand and interpret information that is not explicitly stated.