Which statement best defines an inference? O A.
the details stated directly by the author of a passage
KODB.
a conclusion based on evidence and outside knowledge
O C.
a guess that relies only on the reader's prior experiences
KD D.
the background information about a literary work

B). A conclusion based on evidence and outside knowledge.

Explanation:

'Inference' is characterized as 'a deduction or conclusion that is drawn on the basis of sufficient evidence provided by the author and readers' own reasoning. When the reader reads a specific text, he/she observes the background, language, and evidence that the author employs to convey his message and pairs it with their logical reasoning. This allows him/her to reach a specific conclusion regarding the text and that is what we define as 'inference.'

For example, if there is the use of descriptive language, the readers can infer that the author is attempting to convince the audience emotionally. Thus, option B is the correct answer.