inference Flashcards
what is an inference on the GRE?
it is something that must be true
something you can prove absolutely based on the information provided
do not guess what the inference might be!!
if the answer choice supports the passage, the question is ?
not an inference question
if the passage supports the answer choice, the question is
is an inference question
inference questions typically do not have what?
conclusions
For inference questions you need to do two things
- read it
2. treat each statement as a fact
The correct answer to an inference question is based on what is stated. Should you read between the lines?
do not read between the lines on an inference question
for inference questions choose and answer that must be true rather than an answer that could be true
What should you do to start an inference question?
list the facts
fact1
fact2
fact3
Do inference questions have conclusions?
no
what are indicators of an inference question?
infer
must be true
support
What are you looking for in an inference question
what do I know to be true?
what is true based on what is said ere
take the evidence you are given and make a conclusion only based on what you are given