What is the difference between "imply" and "infer"?

A They mean the same thing

B To imply is to suggest; to infer is to conclude from evidence

C To imply is to conclude; to infer is to suggest

D Both mean to state directly

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

"Imply" = the speaker/writer suggests something indirectly. "Infer" = the listener/reader draws a conclusion from the evidence.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "What is the difference between "imply" and "infer"?" is Option B: To imply is to suggest; to infer is to conclude from evidence.

The other options — A) They mean the same thing, C) To imply is to conclude; to infer is to suggest, D) Both mean to state directly — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: "Imply" = the speaker/writer suggests something indirectly. "Infer" = the listener/reader draws a conclusion from the evidence.

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What is the difference between "imply" and "infer"?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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