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Observation is different from imagination. This is because observation is something that happens in real life while imagination is in your mind.
There are slight differences between the terms inspection and observation. Inspection is when a person takes a very close look at the details of something or someone. An observation is an opinion that is done from a distance.
A scientific observation is simply what someone has seen but does not (by itself) say anything more. Scientific observations are used to formulate theories and these theories you might call "provisional facts". So, a theory is like a fact that can be overturned by a new observation and causes a newer and better theory to be formulated. After lots of observation the "provisional facts" become clearer and clearer and we get closer to "truth". A scientist's opinion (on a scientific subject) is based on the current theory which in turn is supported by all the observations that have ever been made. A person's opinion is not an observation. It is a conclusion based on what that person believes. Some opinions can not be proven to be wrong (or right). Different people can have different opinions based on the same observations. So, an opinion can only be shown to be wrong if there is evidence to show it is wrong - and a scientific observation is an example of how this can be done. To understand this some more, compare the scientific theory of evolution with creationist views about evolution. Both use the same observations and they disagree. Scientists use all existing observations to formulate theories and the latest and best theory is used to form their opinions because it is the one that accounts for all existing observations successfully. However, creationists start with an opinion about how evolution happened based on the Bible, then selectively ignore observations that conflict with their opinion.
Observation and self-reports can be used in things that allow the insertion of an opinion. An example where both would be used is during a psychological evaluation.
A qualitative observation merely indicates that the subject possesses a certain quality, for example "this water is salty". A quantitative observation takes a measurement of the quality, for example "this salty water has a concentration of 10% salt".
Research is about observation, not opinion.
An opinion is what some people think and some people don't agree with what they think and an observation is what you see, hear,taste. A observation can be senses. Save
Forming an opinion about numerical data and observations involves analyzing the information to understand trends, patterns, and relationships within the data. This allows individuals to draw conclusions and make informed judgments based on the evidence presented. It is important to consider the reliability and validity of the data before forming an opinion.
Subjective observation refers to personal viewpoints or interpretations based on one's own feelings, opinions, or experiences. It can be influenced by individual biases, emotions, or perspectives, leading to a less objective assessment of a situation or event.
Observation is different from imagination. This is because observation is something that happens in real life while imagination is in your mind.
Observation is stating a given fact that has nothing to do with your opinion. In contrast to that an inference is when you make an assumptions based on your INTERPRETATION of a fact.
Knowledge and information are affected by factors such as the credibility and reliability of the source, the context in which the information is presented, the individual's prior beliefs and biases, and the method of observation or data collection used. Additionally, cultural, societal, and personal perspectives can influence the interpretation and understanding of knowledge and information.
There are slight differences between the terms inspection and observation. Inspection is when a person takes a very close look at the details of something or someone. An observation is an opinion that is done from a distance.
A scientific observation is simply what someone has seen but does not (by itself) say anything more. Scientific observations are used to formulate theories and these theories you might call "provisional facts". So, a theory is like a fact that can be overturned by a new observation and causes a newer and better theory to be formulated. After lots of observation the "provisional facts" become clearer and clearer and we get closer to "truth". A scientist's opinion (on a scientific subject) is based on the current theory which in turn is supported by all the observations that have ever been made. A person's opinion is not an observation. It is a conclusion based on what that person believes. Some opinions can not be proven to be wrong (or right). Different people can have different opinions based on the same observations. So, an opinion can only be shown to be wrong if there is evidence to show it is wrong - and a scientific observation is an example of how this can be done. To understand this some more, compare the scientific theory of evolution with creationist views about evolution. Both use the same observations and they disagree. Scientists use all existing observations to formulate theories and the latest and best theory is used to form their opinions because it is the one that accounts for all existing observations successfully. However, creationists start with an opinion about how evolution happened based on the Bible, then selectively ignore observations that conflict with their opinion.
That appears to be a wise observation in my opinion.
Objective observations are crucial in science and research because they help ensure that data collection is unbiased and not influenced by personal beliefs or opinions. This allows for results to be more reliable and reproducible. By striving for objectivity, researchers can make more accurate interpretations and conclusions based on the data.
Scientific observation is to write down what you see, if you are performing an experiment,or to end up to logical results according to the scientific laws. The scientific observation can not be neutral because it is performed by humans-who are not perfect and always personal opinion interfers.