So I've been studying for lsat for some time now and i always had this question i couldn't sort out in my head.

For certain describe the flaw questions on LR, we see a lot of conditional reversal flaws.

For example, "A --> B. Therefore, B -->A."

When choosing the right answer for this kind of flaw, we usually get obvious answer choices.

But we sometimes get "fails to consider" kind of answers like "fails to consider that there could be other conditions necessary for A other than B".

My question is, for the kind of flaw that i mentioned above (A-->B so B-->A), could we also say that "author takes for granted that only B is required for A"?

Thanks.

When it asks about the primary function of a specific paragraph, should we pick the answer that connects it back to the whole psg/MP or the answer that relates it to one part (like the paragraph at hand is meant to exemplify the last sentence of the previous paragraph or something like that but that in turn is meant to support the MP)?

And when it asks about the primary function of a specific word or line, should we pick the answer that connects it back to its role in the paragraph it's in or the answer that relates back to the whole psg/MP?

Also is there a difference in the approach if it asks about the "primary function" versus "function?"

I'm finding myself taking a bit longer and getting these function questions wrong and would appreciate any insight or method that helped you!

Are you all still taking a break or gearing up for a retake in October and/or November?

Since completion of the CC, my LR scores have been ridiculously inconsistent. Here are the stats:

PT 40 S1 -9 S3 -4

PT 41 S1 -4 S3 -3

PT 42 S2 -4 S4 -6

PT 43 S2 -8 S3 -2

PT 58 S1 -2 S4 -7

I'm especially concerned about the last two. I tried taking a couple days off in between those two (to combat burnout) and yet the inconsistency is unchanged. I rarely miss more than 3 in BR, so I know I have the potential.

I'm pretty good at navigating the test (knowing what questions are difficult and should be skipped, for example), so I don't think that is the issue. I really don't know what the issue is but I feel like I've hit a wall here.

I have been consistently testing around 167 for my raw score, but I feel like if I could get my LR scores more consistent I'd have a good shot at 170. Plz help!

Can someone explain how C is incorrect? I can’t seem to wrap my head around how differently answer choice B and C affects the argument. Thank you!

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I do not understand the difference between correct answer (A), and answer (D). The terms used in each of the answer choices are the same. I feel like I am missing something because I understand the structure of the argument, but the terms discussed in the video explanations do not make the distinction clear?

Thank you!!

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How do you negate the following sentence?

For most bus drivers, the presence of a supervisor makes their performance slightly worse than it otherwise would be.

In the video for explaining this ac https://classic.7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-63-section-3-question-06/

JY negate it to all bus drivers, presence of a supervisor makes their performance dramatically worse than it otherwise would be..but i thought to negate most is x you say 0-50% is x. or am I wrong?

Thank you!!

Is your study buddy feature working? Despite trying on multiple devices and with different internet browsers I am getting a java error for the maps section.

I had a first LSAT absence 4 years ago, which appears on the LSAC record. Back then, I decided to pursue a different career path, thinking I won't ever take LSAT and go to law school. But as I'm studying and preparing for law school again now, I was wondering if I do not show up for the registered October test, will total of two absences appearing on the record hurt my chance of admission when I actually apply?

I saw several discussions online saying it won't matter much, but those comments were written 3~4 years ago, so I wanted to know if such is still the case. Thank you!

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Hey all, new to 7sage and I just took a timed diagnostic exam and scored 144, my goal is 160. I'm applying this round for 2020 admissions and January for most of the schools I'm applying to take January as the last acceptable exam. Do you think I have a shot?

I have a pretty good understanding of the LR material but still struggle with the questions and I do struggle quite a bit with RC. My strongest section is LG (I scored 18/23 on the diagnostic exam).

I have completed my LR curriculum and while I feel fairly more prepared and knowledgeable, I for sure have not "mastered" it yet.

Would you all recommend going through this major part of the CC again, or should I continue with the curriculum and dive into LG (and then LR) and then begin the mastering once all is complete?

Thanks!

Hi there, if we are to solve each question within 1.3 min, is it realistic to always map out the conditional relationships. Do you have any tips to help scheme out the relationships mentally and fast? I find mapping out stuff is really a time sink. 😔😭

Thanks!

I have to take the ATSA (air traffic controller skills assesment) pretty soon and one section is a timed 20 minute section VERY similar to LSAT logic games. You have to answer 18 questions in 20 minutes and are allowed NO PENCIL or PAPER the test is entirely on the computer. Before you enter the testing facility your pockets are emptied and you are immediately disqualified if you are found using any outside source to help on the test.

Everyone who took the test says this section was extremely difficult, anyone have any advice? I've been studying logic games for some time but spend a lot of time trying to remember all the rules during questions because I can't diagram.

Okay so for this question I got it right but would have taken way less time if I understood something. I've been doing logic for a while but this one got me a little tripped.

If

A--> (C or D)

we can contra to /C--> (/A or D)??

I thought we could have to do it as such

A-->/C-->D

/A or /C-->D

/C or /A-->D

C-->/A --> D

C--> (A or D).

Where am I going wrong?

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hey so I have taken about 3 PT's over that past two weeks and my PT score as well as my BR score have been the same consistently. I was wondering what are some studying tips or ways that people are using in between PT's in order to increase your score. any feedback is greatly appreciated.

Hello all,

I've been doing some practice with the older test and stumbled upon a part of the stimulus that I tried to translate into lawgic. The sentence goes as following:

"Yet not until teacher have the power to make decisions in their own classrooms can they enable their students to make their own decisions."

Clearly the until is a conditional indicator for group 3 (Negate, sufficient). Given that there is a not before, I simply negated the not translating it into: Teachers who have power to make decisions -> Enable students to make their own decisions

However, after checking the answers and explanation it seems I made the translation wrong and the correct translation would have the sufficient and necessary conditions flipped.

What is it that I'm doing wrong here? Seems like I'm missing something but can't quite point it out.

(The question is from Dec 1992: Sec 2 Q23 for those who are interested)

Hi everyone,

So as we all know, the October LSAT is 4ish weeks away...I found 7Sage in August and have studied the crap out of it (in the Starter addition) since. I work full time, with 12 hour days one day, 7 hour days the next, so my study schedule isn't as consistent as I'd like it to be. I was starting to score high 150's, but I've gone back down to mid-150's with BR in the low 160's. Do I have enough time to study for my target score of mid to high 160's? Should I withdraw and try for the November or December LSAT? I'm trying to get in this cycle, only having just picked up studying in May. Any advice would help!

So I started studying for the LSAT back in June of this year, and have been making progress in everything but Reading Comprehension. I usually score -11 or -12 on it pretty consistently in my PTs. What are some studying techniques that helped you guys out with bringing up your Reading Comprehension score?

I need your best tips on how to complete the LR!! I practice and practice and still cannot get them right! Thank you.

In his video on EC, JY discusses the example A ----> (B---> C), where the embedded part is second, and it becomes A + B ----> C. But what if the embedded conditional is first [(A--->B) ----> C], what would the mechanical rule be then? Do we say that A----> B + C?

I picked D and confirmed myself in review.

The conclusion of the argument seem to be that watching network TV increases tendency to think of public issues in simple terms as compared to newspaper reading.

A is the credited answer. But even if one were to read the paper AND watch TV news, it is still the case that TV news programs make that person think about issues on simple terms? Doesn't it affirm the conclusion that people watch TV news for a simple view on an issue and than read the papers for the "full" view on it?

I really don't get why A is credited over D.

The primary objection to TV news is that it's over in 30 seconds using slogans, that's why it is "simplifying" our thinking. But if TV news devote equal time discussing multiple view points, then doesn't this weaken the conclusion? It suggest that since we learn about the opposing views, it can no longer be said that the TV watcher's understanding of the issue is simple.

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hi all

so I have not been as diligent with my studies as I should have been over the summer because of some unexpected life events. I do most of logical reasoning+reading comprehension qs right however I am still struggling with games as I started to study it pretty recently. Do you think I should postpone my exam even though September is disclosed and I can get a performance sheet back? This one would be my first Lsat exam ever so I can't tell if I'm just freaking out or not. Please help with any advice you can give TIA

If some are not X, does this category mean 0-99%? The logical opposite of "all" is "not all" which clearly means 0-99%, but does this mean the same thing logically as "some are not?" Thanks!!!