Question

check your understanding- question 5 of 6
attempt 1 of
how do you use implicit and explicit details to help you make inferences?
a. you combine what you already know with what the text says to
understand its meaning.
b. you ignore the explicit details and focus on the implicit details to
understand a texts meaning.
c. you leave out what you already know and focus on what the text says to
understand its meaning.
d. you ignore the implicit details and focus on the explicit details to
understand a texts meaning.

Explanation:

When making inferences, you use both implicit (unspoken, hinted - at) and explicit (clearly stated) details. You combine your prior knowledge (what you already know) with the information from the text (both explicit and implicit details) to understand the text's meaning. Option B is incorrect because ignoring explicit details would lead to a lack of a factual base. Option C is wrong as prior knowledge can enhance understanding. Option D is incorrect since ignoring implicit details would mean missing out on deeper meanings.

Answer:

A. You combine what you already know with what the text says to understand its meaning.