Practice Qualitative/Quantitative Observations

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What is a qualitative observation?

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A qualitative observation is a description that involves characteristics or qualities that can be observed but not measured, such as color, texture, or smell.

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What is a quantitative observation?

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A quantitative observation is a description that involves numbers or measurements, such as height, weight, or the amount of something.

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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 10 apples in the basket.

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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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How can you tell if an observation is qualitative?

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If it describes characteristics or qualities without using numbers, it is qualitative.

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How can you tell if an observation is quantitative?

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If it includes numbers or measurements, it is quantitative.

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What type of observation is 'The donut has red, white, and pink sprinkles'?

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Qualitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'Dolphins eat the equivalent of 4% of their body mass each day'?

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Quantitative observation.

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Which is an example of an inference: 'The horse is brown' or 'It is cold outside'?

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It is cold outside.