Is the statement "barnacles are found on the bottom of the boat" an observation or inference?

Inference

Observation

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The statement "barnacles are found on the bottom of the boat" is an observation. It describes something that can be directly seen or measured. An inference would involve making a conclusion based on prior knowledge or evidence, rather than directly observing the phenomenon.

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