Which of the following is an example of an inference?
A) The rocks are smooth.
B) The rocks are brown.
C) The brown rock feels lighter than the black rock.
D) The rock is smooth because of weathering.

Question

Which of the following is an example of an inference?
A) ​The rocks are smooth.
B) ​The rocks are brown.
C) ​The brown rock feels lighter than the black rock.
D) ​The rock is smooth because of weathering.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Inference requires making an educated guess based on observable evidence. In this case, the observation is that the rock is smooth, and the inference is that it is smooth because of weathering.

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