Inference and Drawing Conclusions Flashcards
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A doctor's note says a patient should 'avoid strenuous activity for two weeks.' The patient wants to know if they can jog. What can be inferred?
Answer: Jogging is likely considered strenuous and should be avoided.
Jogging raises heart rate and exerts the body significantly, making it fall under the category of strenuous activity.
A reading passage describes a town where all wells ran dry after three consecutive summers with little rainfall. What can you infer?
Answer: Prolonged drought reduced the groundwater supply.
Three consecutive dry summers would significantly reduce groundwater recharge, leading to wells running dry.
A letter states: 'Thank you for your application. After careful review, we have decided to move forward with other candidates.' What should the reader infer?
Answer: The reader was rejected for the position.
Moving forward with 'other candidates' is standard phrasing used to politely communicate rejection.
A passage reads: 'Rosa hadn't eaten since breakfast, and by 3 p.m. her hands were shaking and she couldn't concentrate.' What can you infer?
Answer: Rosa is likely experiencing the effects of low blood sugar from not eating.
Shakiness and difficulty concentrating after a long period without food are classic signs of low blood sugar.
An advertisement says: 'Nine out of ten dentists recommend BrightSmile toothpaste.' What is the most accurate inference a reader should draw?
Answer: A majority of dentists surveyed recommend BrightSmile.
The statistic only tells you the majority of dentists surveyed preferred it; it does not prove it is scientifically superior to all others.
A passage says plants in the sunny window grew twice as tall as identical plants placed in a darker corner of the room. What can you infer?
Answer: Sunlight played a significant role in the plants' growth rate.
When two identical plants differ only in sunlight exposure and one grows significantly more, sunlight is the most logical explanatory factor.
A text states: 'The new law requires all drivers to use hands-free devices when talking on the phone while driving.' A driver is caught holding their phone to their ear while driving. What can you infer?
Answer: The driver is violating the new law.
The law requires hands-free devices for all drivers, so holding the phone to the ear is a clear violation.