How is an inference different from a hypothesis

Dhruv Saraswat asked Mar 28, 2023

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Dhruv Saraswat asked Mar 28, 2023

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1. INFERENCE: Using background knowledge to make a guess about something you have observed.

2. HYPOTHESIS: Using research and background knowledge to make a guess about something that has NOT yet happened.

Sabof answered Apr 4, 2023

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