Observation and Inference in Science

Observation and Inference in Science

Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet will help you practice making observations and inferences.

1. Which of the following is an observation?

2. An inference is a conclusion reached on the basis of:

1. An observation is a guess about something you see.

2. Inferences are always 100% correct.

1. An   is information gathered using your five senses.

2. When you explain or interpret an observation, you are making an  .

1. You see a puddle of water on the sidewalk. Make one observation and one inference about the puddle.

Observation:

Inference:

2. Describe a time you made an observation and then an inference in your daily life.