In a lab, the statement 'the plant is leaning toward the window because it grows toward the light' is an inference. What would be an example of a direct observation in this context?

In a lab, the statement 'the plant is leaning toward the window because it grows toward the light' is an inference. What would be an example of a direct observation in this context?

• A. The plant's stem is bending toward the light source
• B. The plant will bend toward the light tomorrow
• C. The plant shows growth toward the light over a week
• D. The plant looks healthy near the window

Answer: (A)