ObservationsObservations

An observation is any information that we gather using our five senses.

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InferenceInference

An inference is a conclusion that attempts to explain or make sense of an observation.

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Qualitative ObservationQualitative Observation

An observation that does not include numbers or measurements.

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Qualitative ObservationQualitative 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 ObservationQuantitative Observation

An observation that DOES include numbers and measurements.

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Quantitative ObservationQuantitative Observation

An observation that DOES include numbers and measurements.

EXAMPLE: Mrs. Taylor is 5 feet 6 inches tall or 162 cm.