Why is inferring not considered a comprehension strategy?

A. It is a skill, not a strategy.
B. Inferring is too difficult a concept to teach children.
C. Many strategies require inferencing abilities.
D. Making inferences is not a central part of comprehension.


C/Explanation
A. Drawing inferences can be either a skill or a strategy.
B. Children can be taught to draw inferences effectively.
C. Inferencing is more of an umbrella term that covers many strategies.
D. Inferencing is an integral part of comprehension.

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