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LSAT · July 2019 digital takers: what tablet was used?

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Thursday, Aug 01 2019

The test was given on a Microsoft Surface Go tablet. No, it's not connected to anything, and has an adjustable stand on the back. Overall they're nice tablets (ours were brand new - but I assume they'll continue to reuse the same tablets for subsequent tests.)

I actually had a minor screen-response issue (a small section along the edge was unresponsive to touch) but I told them prior to the start of the test and they quickly replaced it. Apart from that the Surface Go is a decent tablet with good resolution (though that doesn't factor in too much given the basic visual format.)

I found the tablet was easier and generally faster than pencil and paper - BUT make sure you get a testing center with larger desks. It's a huge pain trying to balance the tablet and other materials on a tiny desk surface while testing, and I actually dropped mine in the middle of the LG section as a result, which totally shook my focus. Apart from that it's not bad at all.

Study Groups · Free Tutoring Sessions: Reading Comprehension; March 9th, 6 pm EST

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Thursday, Aug 01 2019

Awesome, I'm super pumped!

General · VERY IMPORTANT QUESTION ABOUT SOCKS

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Wednesday, Jul 17 2019

@jacoblokash751 said:

"All Jedi use the Force"

This.

LSAT · Scheduled to take September 2019 LSAT - need study group

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Tuesday, Jul 16 2019

I know this is a few days later - but if you're still deciding, here are my thoughts:

I feel like there are two factors to consider in your case:

time constraints - with just under 10 weeks to the September test it feels to me like you'd be cutting it close trying to complete the 7sage core curriculum (included in both) and the substantial amount of extra material in the ULTIMATE (while also committing sufficient time to your practice tests and Blind Review process.) If you were just starting out (which I realize you're not) I would go with the shorter Starter package and use the extra time to really absorb the lessons.

your current level of ability/understanding - as this is your fourth time around I'm sure you have the basics down pretty well. Although 7sage's Starter package definitely provides some unique insights compared to other courses - depending on your LSAT training history it's definitely possible the Ultimate package is where you would personally find the most useful (possibly game-changing) strategies and information.

In any case, the good news is you can start off with the Starter package and upgrade at any time (only paying the difference between the starter and the Ultimate - as far as I know.)

I hope this helps! Good Luck!

LSAT · ⚖ Official July 2019 LSAT Discussion Thread ⚖

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Monday, Jul 15 2019

Like some other posters here I thought the RC section was unusually tough - especially the comparative passage. Though not sure if it was the passages themselves or the questions that were harder (right now it all still feels like such a blur) but I'm 90% certain I'll be retaking in October.

Also, curious if anyone else had this problem: our testing center had the SMALLEST desks imaginable! We were assigned the tablet version, and juggling the Tablet (which consistently slid around due to the slope of the tiny folding desk surface) and the scrap-booklet on the small surface was almost more difficult than any part of the test itself! My tablet actually slid off my desk at one point and I caught it mid-air (avoiding one tragedy) but the mishap shook me so hard I mistook the (relatively simple) LG for a more complex type - and wasted a solid 6 minutes (and thus fell face-first into a tragedy much more personally damaging.)

PrepTests ·

PT151.S2.Q21

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Thursday, Jul 11 2019

#help

Can anyone point me to some similar, (relatively difficult) SA questions?

Particularly with regard to the atypical setup/logic/stimulus in this question.

(this question has me shook)

PrepTests ·

PT150.S2.Q24

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Monday, Jul 08 2019

#help

What E seems to imply (in my mind) is that, given there are only two acceptable theories, rehabilitationist theory would be the logical opposite of retributivist theory (given that the theory under consideration is assumed to be "acceptable.")

Thus, the contrapositive of the logic in E (regarding longer sentences):

Acceptable → Rehabilitationist

would have to be:

Retributivist →/Acceptable

Is that right, or am I missing something?

General · Advice: Deadline for July 2019 Test Date Change

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Thursday, Jun 20 2019

Hey Leah,

Thank you for your reply.

Yes that definitely makes sense.

I actually hadn't thought about having the September score as a sort of "placeholder" for my ED application, but you're absolutely right.

Although I'd rather not shell out the additional $200, I think that's a solid game-plan. (And I really appreciate the school specific links!)

Thanks again!

General · Advice: Deadline for July 2019 Test Date Change

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Wednesday, Jun 19 2019

Thanks for your reply! The July exam will be my first try, so I'm inclined to agree with you and just give it a shot - then count on the cancellation option if it doesn't work out.

Yes, I meant "ED," Early Decision, not EA - sorry I'm writing this in a hurry from work, so my brain is getting ahead of my fingers. I've heard that, since the October exam is at the end of the month, it might make applying for Early Decision tough.

Regarding my average score: I've definitely improved since my diagnostic test (158) and finally broke the 170 barrier last week - so I was stuck near 160 for about two months and just recently saw a dramatic increase in my score/overall test taking ability. However, I might take your advice and take a couple of days off to relax and decompress.

Thanks again!

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Wednesday, Jun 19 2019

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Advice: Deadline for July 2019 Test Date Change

I'm registered to take the July 15th, 2019 LSAT. With today being the deadline for any "Test Date Changes," I'm having some anxiety over whether I should push my testing date to September.

I'm working for a law firm full-time, and I really can't afford to quit (in a financial sense) so I've had to confine my studying to nights and weekends. I've been doing fairly well with that since beginning around mid-March, though I definitely find myself drained by the time I sit down to study Monday - Friday and, as a result, I'm know that I'm not getting the most out of my study time.

I'm also aiming for a 170+ on test day and, although I've hit 171 on a recent PT, I've been averaging a 163 since March. Based on this I really don't feel like I'm ready to perform my best just under a month from now.

The only thing that's kept me from changing my test date before now is the unique opportunity presented by the July 2019 test - to see my score before cancelling.

Does anybody have any advice about whether it might be worth it to take the July exam (and hope for the best) then plan to cancel if I'm not happy with my score and sign up for the October exam? (since I've heard the September test won't be an option by the time my score comes in for July).

Will the October iteration be too late for a solid shot at applying EA to many top schools? And since the July circumstances regarding the cancellation option are so unique, I'm wondering how schools would judge a July cancellation...?

Basically, would I be better off changing my test date to September - or hoping for the best with the July test date?

Thanks so much for any feedback!

General · What kind of stylus is used in digital LSAT? Also, what exactly is a stylus?

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Friday, Jun 14 2019

I would also Really like to know the answer to this question.

I'm about to buy a MS Surface Go for practice (not that I can afford it, but hey) and want to get as close to test day conditions as possible.

Thanks for asking! Hope to see a response soon.