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Which statement best defines an inference?
OA. the background information about a literary work
OB. the details stated directly by the author of a passage
OC. a conclusion based on evidence and outside knowledge
O D.
a guess that relies only on the reader's prior experiences

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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

An inference is a conclusion or opinion based on facts and evidence. Seeing that definition, C makes the most sense.

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