Explain the difference between facts and inferences, and provide an example of each

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Factsare information that has been proven true by direct observation. For example, it has been directly observed that water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit and that the direction of the magnetic north pole can be found by consulting a compass. An inferenceis a conclusion based on partial information or an evaluation that has not been directly observed. You infer that your favorite sports team will win the championship or that it will rain tomorrow. You can also infer that if more Republicans than Democrats are elected to Congress, the next president might be a Republican.

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a. numerical information b. expert testimony c. comparisons and contrasts d. qualitative material

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