Question

explain observations method as a method of enquiry

Answer 1

A conclusion is part of the thought process. All of the points that have been made so far are combined to create a single overarching opinion or idea. We use a variety of perspectives to generate a solid belief. This is a conclusion.

A summary does not include this development of thought. It simply restates, in brief, all of the points that have been made thus far. It is done either to remind readers/listeners what has been covered up to this point, or to clarify the main points in a particularly complex or convoluted argument/presentation.

Often however, a summary is a bridging tool between the full presentation and the drawing of a conclusion. We listen to or read the argument in full, extract the most important points (summarise) and then form a final opinion (conclusion).