Which statement accurately explains the difference between an inference and an explicit statement?(1 point)

Responses

An explicit statement is a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning, whereas an inference is directly stated by an author.
An explicit statement is a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning, whereas an inference is directly stated by an author. - no response given

An inference is a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning, whereas an explicit statement is directly stated by an author.
An inference is a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning, whereas an explicit statement is directly stated by an author. - no response given

An inference requires a reader to fill in the gaps, whereas an explicit statement consists of implied details.
An inference requires a reader to fill in the gaps, whereas an explicit statement consists of implied details. - incorrect

An explicit statement is when an author intentionally omits key details, whereas an inference is implied.

1 answer

The correct statement that accurately explains the difference between an inference and an explicit statement is:

An inference is a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning, whereas an explicit statement is directly stated by an author.

An explicit statement clearly and directly conveys information, while an inference involves the reader's interpretation and reasoning to derive conclusions from the information provided.