Sort each statement as Fact or Inference.

Exercise and reference answers

Left

Fact (stated)

Items

1. Item

   The author cites 2020 data on emissions.

   Answer

   Fact (stated)

2. Item

   The paper lists 3 case studies.

   Answer

   Fact (stated)

3. Item

   The graph shows a 25% rise.

   Answer

   Fact (stated)

4. Item

   The author probably opposes the policy.

   Answer

   Inference (implied)

5. Item

   The data implies a turning point in 2018.

   Answer

   Inference (implied)

6. Item

   This suggests further research is needed.

   Answer

   Inference (implied)

Right

Inference (implied)

Instructions

Critical Reading: stated vs derived.

Explanation