A valid inference must be…
WEAK, NARROW, AND DEFENSIBLE
Inference drawn from one sentence only
USUALLY INVALID – look for overlap
‘Most reasonably inferred’ means…
COULD NOT BE FALSE
Could this be false under the passage?
If yes → NOT a valid inference
Answer introduces a new cause or motivation
NOT SUPPORTED – wrong
Answer removes a condition or limitation
OVERGENERALIZATION – wrong
Strong language in an inference answer
Usually WRONG
Inference feels exciting or bold
Probably OVERSTATED