inference
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inference
A logical conclusion or judgment that one derives from available information, facts, or observations.
Aus den vorliegenden Daten lassen sich eindeutige Rückschlüsse auf das Kundenverhalten ziehen.
Clear inferences about customer behavior can be drawn from the available data.
The word consists of 'rück-' (back) and 'Schluss' (conclusion). A 'Rückschluss' (inference) is therefore a conclusion that one derives “backward” from facts or observations.
Seine Reaktion erlaubt den Rückschluss, dass er von dem Plan wusste.
His reaction allows the inference that he knew about the plan.
'Rückschluss' (inference) is almost always used with the verb 'ziehen' (to draw). Another common combination is that facts 'zulassen' (allow) an inference.
Aus ihrem Schweigen konnte man keine Rückschlüsse ziehen.
No inferences could be drawn from her silence.
When saying what the conclusion refers to, you use the preposition 'auf' with the accusative.
Ihre Kleidung lässt Rückschlüsse auf ihren Beruf zu.
Her clothing allows inferences about her profession.
end / conclusion
Both der Schluss and der Rückschluss can refer to a conclusion drawn from information. Der Schluss is general and often occurs in the phrase „aus etwas einen Schluss ziehen“ (to draw a conclusion from something). Der Rückschluss places greater emphasis on inferring one thing from observed facts.
Aus dem Gespräch ließ sich der Rückschluss ziehen, dass der Termin nicht passt.
The conversation allowed the inference that the date was not suitable.
Aus dem Gespräch zog sie den Schluss, dass der Termin nicht passt.
Based on the conversation, she concluded that the date was not suitable.
