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Observations

Inferences

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Direct observations involve observing or measuring the actual behavior, event, action, occurrence, etc.

Indirect observations are made when you detect a consequence of an action or behavior

An observation is the gathering of information by using our five senses:

Inference is a judgment based on reasoning from evidence or an explanation for an observation you have made.

They are based on your past experiences and prior knowledge.
Inferences are often changed when new
observations are made.
Again, observations are information we gather directly through our five senses….inferences help explain those observations!