| A | B |
| classifying | arranging or distributing objects, events, or information representing objects or events in classes according to some method or system |
| generalizing | drawing general conclusions from particulars |
| inferring | making a conclusion based on reasoning to explain an observation |
| interpreting data | analyzing data that have been obtained and organized by determining apparent patterns or relationships in the data |
| manipulating materials | handling or treating materials and equipment skillfully and effectively |
| observing | becoming aware of an object or event by using any of the senses to identify properties |
| predicting | making a forecast of future events or conditions expected to exist |
| recording data | collecting bits of information about objects and events which illustrate a specific situation |
| replicating | performing acts that duplicate demonstrated symbols, patterns, or procedures |
| formulating hypotheses | constructing a statement that is tentative and testable about what is thought likely to be true based on reasoning |