Example 4: Sequence and cause
Last Updated On: Sat Aug 29 2026Passage
The cafe introduced a new menu in June. Its sales were higher in July than in June.
Proposed Inference
The new menu definitely caused the increase in sales.
Judgment
The inference cannot be determined.
Explanation
- The passage establishes that the menu change came before higher sales.
- It gives no evidence excluding other reasons, such as seasonal demand or promotions.
- A sequence of events is not proof of causation.