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renzo156

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All of the following statements about inference are true except:
 
  a. Inference is the reasoning process by which we interpret the author's stated information and read between the lines.
  b. When we make inferences, we draw conclusions from what we know and from what we perceive through our senses.
  c. Making inferences requires us to insert our own ideas and opinions.
  d. We make inferences every time we read.

Question 2

To infer an author's purpose, active readers consider clues such as
 
  a. where the material is found.
  b. the author's choice of words.
  c. the subject matter.
  d. all of the above.



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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

d



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