How does an inference differ from a detail in a text?

How does an inference differ from a detail in a text?

• A. An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence; a detail is a fact stated in the text.
• B. An inference is a direct quotation from the text; a detail is a paraphrase.
• C. An inference is a general statement about the text; a detail is the setting description.
• D. An inference is a motif; a detail is a plot event.

Answer: (A)