Which statement correctly distinguishes fact, inference, and judgment?

• A. Facts are unverifiable observations; Inferences are conclusions drawn from facts; Judgments are emotional reactions.
• B. Facts are predictions about outcomes; Inferences are opinions; Judgments are data points.
• C. Facts are verifiable observations; Inferences are conclusions drawn from facts; Judgments are evaluative statements about importance or responsibility.
• D. Facts are irrelevant; Inferences are laws; Judgments are formal decisions.

Answer: (C)