
Inferences vs. Observations: Key Differences Explained

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Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary difference between an inference and an observation?
An observation is made using senses, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.
An observation is always correct, while an inference is always wrong.
An observation is a guess, while an inference is a fact.
An observation is a theory, while an inference is a hypothesis.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT an example of an observation?
Assuming an object with six legs is an insect.
Smelling a flower.
Seeing a green object with ridges.
Touching a rough surface.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an example of an instrument that can enhance our senses for making observations?
A stethoscope
A ruler
A microscope
All of the above
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why might a scientist prefer observations over inferences?
Inferences are too easy to make.
Observations are more accurate and reliable.
Inferences are always wrong.
Observations are always more interesting.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What might cause a spider to have fewer than eight legs?
None of the above.
Both A and B.
It lost legs in an accident.
It was born with a defect.
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NGSS.MS-LS3-1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you do after making a list of observations?
Immediately make inferences.
Share the list with classmates to compare.
Throw the list away.
Ignore the list.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a qualitative observation?
The elephant weighs 2.31 tons.
The water is hot.
There are five parakeets.
The tree is 31 feet tall.
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