Teas V7 Reading: Inferences, Conclusions & Evidence 10-1

Inferences and logical conclusions are considered the same on the TEAS

True

What is the key bullet point for inferences and logical conclusions?

The conclusion is reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning, prior knowledge, and text evidence

What includes the everyday examples for inferences and logical conclusions?

-Baby crying may be inferred as hungry

-Car pulled by police may be inferred that the person was speeding

How to identify inferences and logical conclusions?

Step one: find clues in the text

Step two: add prior knowledge

Step three: combine both to make an inference

Based on the paragraph, what can be inferred about Dr. Baker’s perspective on dolphins?

a.) She believes dolphins are solitary creatures

b.) She finds dolphins’ behavior to be relatively simple

c.) She considers dolphins to be highly intelligent and social animals

d.) She thinks dolphins cannot interact well with humans

What logical conclusion can be drawn about the future trend of vehicle purchases?

a.) The number of traditional gasoline vehicles will rapidly increase

b.) Electric vehicles will become less popular due to high costs

c.) Electric vehicles are likely to become more prevalent in the automotive market

d.) Government incentives for EVs will soon be discontinued

Explicit evidence:

think “e” in both “explicit” and “expressed”

How is information stated in explicit evidence?

information is stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for doubt

Implicit evidence:

think “i” in both implicit and “implied”

How is implicit evidence stated?

not directly stated but it implied or suggested

What is an example of explicit evidence?

sign that says “wet paint” tells you the paint is wet

What is an example of implicit evidence?

A bench has a paint can and a brush next to it. The bench looks wet, but does not have a “wet paint” sign on it, you can infer or imply that the paint is likely wet.

Which statement is an example of explicit evidence from the paragraph?

a.) Air pollution might cause discomfort to some people

b.) Asthma cases increase in cities with high levels of air pollution

c.) All urban areas have poor air quality

d.) Air quality regulations are universally strict

What can be implicitly inferred about the protagonist’s view on social media?

a.) She believes social media is the best way to form relationships

b.) She finds greater fulfillment in in-person interactions than online

c.) She thinks social media should be avoided at all costs

d.) She uses social media to increase her popularity