A scientist observes chimps putting dry leaves into a hole in the tree. The leaves come out wet and the chimps lick the water off of the leaves. The scientist reasons that there is water inside the tree. This reasoning is called what?

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A scientist observes chimps putting dry leaves into a hole in the tree.  The leaves come out wet and the chimps lick the water off of the leaves.  The scientist reasons that there is water inside the tree.  This reasoning is called what?

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Its an inference

DrBob222 · Answer

I think you are looking for inductive reasoning.

Bree · Answer

Inference

HELP · Answer

ForLesson 13: Introduction to Science Unit Test Science 8 B Unit 3: Introduction to Science 14)Skeptical 15)Inference 16)Technology or Invention (both are worth points)