For NA questions, some of the answers are SA and NA together. I'm having trouble with this because there are other "trap" choices that I choose that wreck the argument and look correct. I can identify the SA answer, but i think it is wrong because it is too strong.

My question is: If there is a SA answer choice for an NA question, is it right every time? How can I tell when they're looking for both when it is not indicated in the question stem?

Hi all,

So I've been consistently fluctuating between 162-165. I would prefer a solid 167 or higher; can somebody tell me what the chances are that I could potentially get to a solid 167 before the December test, what can i do to improve? I notice my reading comprehension section is what brings me down. help?

How was it different from PT 78?

I heard virus game and a couple of passage were difficult...But what about other games?

I watched the explanation video but I felt other games in the test seem relatively more difficult than previous tests too, isn't it?

It seems there are more inference because the videos are longer. (average 15 min)

What about LR section?

Thanks!

I think I saw somewhere it says we cannot circle answer choices on the test...

I thought we can write anything on the test, take notes, underline etc.

But we cannot circle the answers? Is this true?

If I submit my apps right now and pay the $30 school report fee for each school, would I have to pay this fee again for every school to update my transcript later on in the cycle? I really hope it's automatic...$$$$$$

Hey guys,

So I have the Cambridge packets for LR and I was just wondering what is a "proper" method for drilling weaknesses?

So the title pretty much is my question. I understand that when practicing logic games it is helpful to prove each wrong answer choice. But during the actual LSAT, would it be more time efficient to just pick the right answer choice based on the game board inferences and move on? Or would is it worth the time to make sure the other answer choices are wrong?

For example, if I see on my board game inferences that answer choice A is right, should I just move to the next question without reading the other answer choices? or should I still read them to make sure that answer choice A is right. Thanks!

I would like to buy the test and go over some of the harder questions. I saw that 7sage has posted video explanations for the LG. Has the test been released?

Especially with the difficult RC passage about lacquer art in the September, I was wondering if there were any publications I could read to be comfortable with art related RC passages.

I've been trying to get into one of those BR groups but my schedule is so full that I can't join any of those....

I'm on PST, work M-F 9-5 and Sat 10-6.. on the side I also have volunteer once a week..

The only day that I'm free is Sunday! So Just want to ask if there's one out there who would like to study on a Sunday.

Also if anyone has suggestions on studying tips or schedule for a crazy schedule like this would be greatly appreciated!

I am aiming for February LSAT as the December one is a little too close and my schedule doesn't allow me to study too much either.

Thanks!

I'm looking for some clarification on when/when not to write an addendum for a less than stellar GPA. When is it necessary and/or helpful to write one?

I graduated with a 3.3 GPA and also have a few Ws on my transcript, but I can't figure out whether an addendum is used for a situation like mine or if it's intended for students with much lower GPAs or who have failed classes. I'm pretty confident in my LSAT score, I have a resume that's relevant to the field of law I'm interested in, and I know my LORs will be great. Should I write one for my GPA anyway? My target is a middle tier school.

Hopefully this all makes sense, I'm flying solo in terms of figuring out law school applications so I don't want to mess anything up!

Hey guys! For those studying at work what are you reviewing? I'm specifically referring to studying at your desk. I currently have a stack of index cards that I go through throughout the day. This is getting very OLD for me! Is anyone doing something different? I'm looking for something pretty discreet. No open books on desks or playing videos on phones. I do that on my lunch break. I can listen to audio, but nothing that requires looking at the screen. Anybody?

So I was really struggling with RC. It is something that you can be really good at if you are well read, because it really is for people who are excellent reader and you can only be that if you come from a household where reading was really emphasized. I don't so I really had to get to the core of the problem and instead of just PT and burning them, I decided I was going to relearn how to read. I did couple of things which really helped, so if you have some good amount of time in your hand before taking the LSAT, here are some suggestions.

1) How to read a book by Charles Van Doren ( quickly skim through it as it has some really good advice on reading different kinds of material, philosophy, science and literature)

2) I found this amazing free online course by Duke University on Arguments. It really gets into the guts of what arguments are, several exercises and resources to really get good at identifying them. This is extremely helpful for both LR and RC. Here is the link to the course https://www.coursera.org/learn/understanding-arguments

3) If you don't have time for the course, I would get the kindle version of this book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HDQ435C/ref=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o00_?ie=UTF8&psc=1

4) There is an amazing hour long webinar on RC by Sage Jimmy: https://classic.7sage.com/webinar/jimmy-rc-qt/

Let me know what you guys think, and if you have any other suggestion.

I took the September lsat and now my inbox is exploding with law schools waiving their application fees. Do they do this for everyone or are they actually looking at my GPA/score? I'm just curious if I should take these emails serious, or if it's just a marketing ploy.

Hi, I was wondering if I could get a little help with this topic. I registered late for the LSAT (because of the september LSAT results), and I'm going to be submitting my request for accommodations, specifically extra time, and a quiet room by tomorrow. I have a diagnosed learning disability.

But the thing is, I'm canadian, so we don't have standardized tests prior to post-secondary education. Furthermore, I didn't have accommodations during my undergrad because it's largely writing/essay based rather than test based.

I didn't write my last LSAT with accommodations because I wasn't aware that they granted them.

If anyone has taken the LSAT with accommodations, could you please shed some light on the issue? I already know that I have to fill in the 3 forms that LSAC provides. I'm also going to be providing a detailed psych evaluation (30+ pages describing my LD). What other documents should I include to strengthen my case?

Thank you so much

Quick question: If I attended a community college over one summer in undergrad and took 2 classes that are reflected on my main school's transcript, is it necessary for me to request a transcript from the community college as well?

Hi,

When I think I arrived at the correct answer choice I tend to choose it and move on...

Or just reading the first part of the answer choice and stop when I found some words are not right.

Because otherwise I will not have enough time to finish all passages...:(

Is this a bad strategy?

Is there a chance that one of the live lightning consultations could be posted as a webinar? I think it'll give insight to the flow of the call and the types of questions and situations that can be addressed during the call. I also think that it'll probably answer or at least help those with similar situations.

I am curious to what degree it will affect my application if I do not disclose my gender, financial or ethnic identity. I am a straight white male from a relatively wealthy family, and I feel that providing this information will in no way benefit me. I am concerned that it might even negatively affect my applications. But what is the result of my not providing this information? Will that hurt me? I am applying only to T14 schools, if that matters.

If I end up getting a terrible score on LSAT, would good LOR help me to get me into a good school? :(

Or it would not make that much difference? (even if I get really good ones or just good ones or fine ones...)

Would LSAT and GPA just determine where I can go?

I will be taking the December LSAT and was wondering if there is any disadvantage to signing up for the February test now (to keep the option open as a fall back) since registration dates will be passed by the time we get December scores. I know that LSAC says they will refund all costs if after receiving your December score you no longer wish to take the February test. I'd love to plan in advance and get my preferred test center but don't want to drop money if there is any downside to this.

Any thoughts? Thanks!

Hey Gang,

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Note:

https://classic.7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-45-section-4-question-18/

I'm pulling my hair out as I am trying to figure out why the correct answer for PT 45 S4 Q18 is A... The question reads,

18. Decentralization enables divisions of a large institution to function autonomously. This always permits more realistic planning and strongly encourages innovation, since the people responsible for decision making are directly involved in implementing the policies they design. Decentralization also permits the central administration to focus on institution-wide issues without being overwhelmed by the details of daily operations.

Answer:

A) In large institutions whose divisions do not function autonomously, planning is not maximally realistic.

Ok, first of all, is the first sentence referring to a conditional relationship or a causal relationship? I assumed it was the former and

created a conditional chain that looks like this: D --> A. If this is the case, the next sentence can be connected with the previous condition by saying divisions working autonomously always permits more realistic planning like this: D -> A -> MRP (the word "always" is a necessary condition indicator word and I assumed this is how I should interpret this sentence).

To me answer choice A sounds like a mistaken negation where we are saying ~A -> ~MRP... and I was really confused by this. How can we assume that a large institution's planning is not maximally realistic just be cause their divisions do not function autonomously? Or am I interpreting this AC incorrectly and it is really saying ~MRP -> ~A ...

I am always confused as to how to correctly identify a conditional or causal relationship... For example, when they start talking about how decentralization "permits" the central administration to focus on ... how would you define this relationship as? Could anyone please shed some light on how you would go about solving this question? Many thanks in advance!

Hey All,

So this question is asking for the answer choice that would most strongly support the Development Commissioner's position. I cannot see how C is the correct answer. In order to chose C, we have to make the assumption that the Development Commissioner wants to prevent damage to the endangered species. Nowhere in his response does he even imply that. All he says is that "We have been conserving. Plus, we don't even know if wetland development will do what you're saying it will. All we know is we need wetlands for growth, so we should allow it. Other countries have been ignoring wildlife--we have a right to as well! These are our resources!"

C says that "Only when a reduction of populations of endangered species by commercial development has been found should regulation be implemented to prevent further damage." What if the Development Commissioner doesn't think they should implement regulations even when they notice a reduction in the species? What if he prioritizes growth, at any cost? That's why I chose E. I reluctantly chose E, because I know technically he didn't mention that the have been depleting natural resources, but he certainly implied that these regulations would be a waste of our resources towards the end of his argument. He said that we have a right to govern our natural resources, just like the other countries, who are doing exactly what the Wildlife Commission is arguing to regulate. I never liked E and I see why it's wrong, but it was a desperate choice when I ruled out 4 (seemingly) worse choices. I figured the inference I would have to make by choosing E beats the flat out assumption I would have to make by choosing C.

So...help!

https://classic.7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-32-section-4-question-08/

I often have different diagrams from JY's.

How do I know mine is actually fine? I know his ones are more efficient and trying to have similar ones, but often times I have different game boards.

Thanks