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Observations. An observation is any information that we gather using our five senses. EXAMPLE:. Inference . An inference is a conclusion that attempts to explain or make sense of an observation. EXAMPLE:. Qualitative Observation.
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Observations • An observation is any information that we gather using our five senses. • EXAMPLE:
Inference • An inference is a conclusion that attempts to explain or make sense of an observation. • EXAMPLE:
Qualitative Observation • An observation that does not include numbers or measurements. • EXAMPLE:
Qualitative Observation • An observation that does not include numbers or measurements. • EXAMPLE:The clock in Mrs. Taylor’s room is rectangular, black and has red numbers.
Quantitative Observation • An observation that DOES include numbers and measurements. • EXAMPLE:
Quantitative Observation • An observation that DOES include numbers and measurements. • EXAMPLE:Mrs. Taylor is 5 feet 6 inches tall or 162 cm.