- An observation is something you sense. An inference is something you decide or think about a thing or event after yoi observe it.
Observation Examples:
- A scientist looking at a chemical reaction in an experiment.
- An astronomer looking at the night sky.
- A chef watching his roast in the oven as it cooks.
- A producer watching actors perform on stage.
- A baker watching his cake in the oven.
Inference examples:
-"I don’t see Anne. She said she was tired, so she must have gone home to bed.”
-“Sarah’s been at the gym a lot; she must be trying to lose weight.”
- The sandwich you left on the table is gone. Crumbs lead to your dog’s bed, and a piece of meat hangs out of her mouth. You infer she has eaten the sandwich.
- One of your coworkers has recently retired, leaving an opening. Your boss calls you into her office the next day, and you infer that you might be getting a promotion.
