Choose the sentence that does not include a usage error.
a. Because the student did not see any author information on the website, he incorrectly implied that he did not need to credit the source in his assignment.
b. Because the student did not see any author information on the website, he incorrectly inferred that he did not need to credit the source in his assignment.
To determine which sentence does not include a usage error, we need to analyze the use of the verbs "imply" and "infer" in each sentence.
The verb "imply" means to suggest or convey indirectly. It is used when the speaker or writer indirectly suggests something without explicitly stating it.
The verb "infer" means to deduce or conclude from evidence or reasoning. It is used when the listener or reader deduces or reaches a conclusion based on the evidence or information presented.
Looking at the two sentences:
a. "Because the student did not see any author information on the website, he incorrectly implied that he did not need to credit the source in his assignment."
b. "Because the student did not see any author information on the website, he incorrectly inferred that he did not need to credit the source in his assignment."
Both sentences convey a similar meaning, but the difference lies in the use of the verbs "imply" and "infer." In sentence a, the student is implied to have suggested or conveyed the idea that he did not need to credit the source. In sentence b, on the other hand, it is mentioned that the student incorrectly inferred or deduced that he did not need to credit the source.
Since both verbs are used correctly and appropriately in their respective sentences, it can be determined that neither sentence includes a usage error. Therefore, there is no sentence to choose as the answer.