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| argument | 6.9K | 14K |
| by | 26.1K | 34.8K |
| analogy | 548 | 694 |
| vs | 2.4K | 2.8K |
| counterexample | 52 | 89 |
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Plateuing on Conditional Logic and WeakenHi, I've gone through the entire CC, but i'm still have trouble being able to translate passages to their _Conditional Reasoning_ equivalencies i…
... phenomena/hypothesis, correlation causation, an argument by analogy? Knowing the form of the ... argument goes a long way in ... way to effectively weaken the argument. I would listen to Sage ... -
What's the most LSAT way to weaken/strengthen this commonly featured argument?premise: Group A took medicine X. premise: Group B did not take medicine X. BUT identical results were found in both groups. conclusion: Hence, X …
... is one called “Weaken/Strengthen” by Nicole Hopkins. She breaks these ... , this is a reverse causation argument. A does not cause B ... over Correlation/Causation arguments, argument by analogy, and phenomenon/hypothesis argument. Very thoughtful and ... -
Improving comprehension of LR stimuliI'm finding that a lot of the time, I have to read the stimulus twice before I fully comprehend what has been written, no matter how slowly I read th…
... look for the structures for argument by analogy and phenomenon/hypothesis as well ... . By shifting my focus to look ... -
Circled QuestionsI've been tracking and reviewing my missed questions regularly. Is it worth doing the same for questions I circled (but ultimately got right)? Or do …
... (1) What is the argument----premises/conclusion/context? (2) ... present that makes this argument invalid? (4) What ... 6) Is there any argument by analogy, argument by phen/hypothesis or correlation/causation ... ?
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How to make the final jump from 167 to 170? Taking test this month!Hi guys! I'm trying to make the jump from 167 to 170. My BR score right now is 177. I missed 16 on PT 68 and missed 18 on 71. What is your advise? I'…
... . Say you’re given an argument by analogy and asked to weaken, you ... ‘look for something that shows analogy is not so analogous’
How to make the final jump from 167 to 170? Taking test this month!Hi guys! I'm trying to make the jump from 167 to 170. My BR score right now is 177. I missed 16 on PT 68 and missed 18 on 71. What is your advise? I'…
... Say you’re given an argument by analogy and asked to weaken, you ... ‘look for something that shows analogy is not so analogous’ < ... Say you’re given an argument by analogy and asked to weaken, you ... Say you’re given an argument by analogy and asked to weaken, you ...Route to IP LawI am currently a Masters student in Bioengineering with a BS in Chemistry (3.75 GPA). I have recently gotten some mixed opinions about the best way t…
... to make legal arguments (like argument by analogy) you aren't going to ...Strategy for question types, please let me know if I'm on the right trackHi I'm almost pushing into the 170s and I'm trying to solidify my strategy for LR. Right now I read the question stem, read the stimulus and find the…
... (e.g. phenomenon/hypothesis, causal, argument by analogy) is, if any, and then ... or strengthen that kind of argument.
One note is ...Strengthen Q#help Whenever we are given [P→C] argument. I tend to see [C→P] as a correct strenthening answer choice. I understand that such answer choices try t…
... helpful. Its more of a argument by analogy with the important part being ... "stop and smell the roses" by not prioritizing quantity of books ... /> Answer choice [B] strengthens this by adding additional support for the ...Strengthen Q#help Whenever we are given [P→C] argument. I tend to see [C→P] as a correct strenthening answer choice. I understand that such answer choices try t…
... helpful. Its more of a argument by analogy with the important part being ... "stop and smell the roses" by not prioritizing quantity of books ... ; Answer choice [B] strengthens this by adding additional support for the ...PT2.S2.Q10 - Advertisers are often criticizedCan someone please explain WHY the answer to this question is "C" instead of "A"? <strong>Admin note: edited title; please use the format of "PT#.…
... example, if it's an argument by analogy, a strengthening choice would show ... the analogy is a good one. If it's an argument by false ... to strengthen or weaken the argument by a lot.
... it strengthens or weakens the argument.
I hope ...PT Guide - Nov LSAT-FLexHi Everyone, I'm on here hoping to get some suggestions for which PT's to cover in my limited four weeks until the November LSAT-Flex. I finished…
... means identifying what the argument structure was (ex. argument by analogy, correlation-causation, phen ...LSAT - RegressingI am in panic mode - which I know isn't going to help the situation. I have been scoring in the low-mid 160s for months. I take my second LSAT next w…
... to conclusion. And finally there argument by analogy, cause effect, phenomenon hypothesis. I ... what to do on the analogy, cause effect, phenomenon hypothesis as ...PT3.S2.Q5 - Development of the megatelescopeCan somebody please explain to me why AC E is correct? I got the question right just based on process of elimination, but I am not convinced as to wh…
An argument by analogy is being used here.
< ... importance of the work done by Einstein onto a situation that ... beneficial applications of the research by Einstein, Newton, etc.
How do you ace the really difficult LR questions?So I'm trying to improve on my LR and I usually have the most trouble with the most difficult LR questions (4 or 5 stars). A common question type her…
... keeping a wrong answer journal by any chance? Keeping an answer ... you to strengthen/weaken hypothesis, argument by analogy, common necessity sufficiency confusion in ...How do you ace the really difficult LR questions?So I'm trying to improve on my LR and I usually have the most trouble with the most difficult LR questions (4 or 5 stars). A common question type her…
... keeping a wrong answer journal by any chance? Keeping an answer ... you to strengthen/weaken hypothesis, argument by analogy, common necessity sufficiency confusion in ...How do I know I'm making a reasonable assumption on strengthen/weaken questions?Hiii, I've gone through the CC and taken a few PTs, and I notice that my main problem in LR is that I tend to make unreasonable assumptions. Espec…
... , or have a causation/correlation, argument by analogy, phenomenon/hypothesis reason for it ...Inconsistent LR ScoringI took the most recent pt and scored 22 correct on one LR section and only 9 correct on the other section. Throughout my LSAT studies, my score f…
... (i.e. conditional, correlation causation, argument by analogy, etc.). With an inherent understanding ... reasoning as presented in the argument for a flaw question.)
PTC.S2.Q12 - Undoubtedly, one's freedom is always worth the risk...Was stuck between A and C on this one. A was right to me because the author seemed to "presume" that a person wouldn't value their life more than fre…
... type used here is an analogy. An argument by analogy is inherently flawed because ... . So, when you see an argument by analogy ask yourself "but are they ... 's life based on the analogy of living in an impenetrable ...PTB.S1.Q23 - Reasoning Behind the Correct AnswerIf someone could explain their reasoning behind how they reached the correct answer to this question it would be much appreciated. **Admin Note: E…
... why this is a flawed argument by analogy. By comparison, you are more likely ... can only sit by the pool. This kind of argument overlooks the ...
C says Tilling by any method other than deep ... must be true for the argument to work.
...PT79.S1.Q24 - Some computer scientists imagine that all...I was a little confused on why C is incorrect. The computer scientists simply say that they think they can make AI by encapsulating the information …
... missing the conclusion of the argument in this description, which ... answer in order for the argument to flow properly.)
... this as sort of an analogy or something, as it ... opposite of an argument by analogy
The argument the biologist makes ...PTC.S2.Q12 - Undoubtedly, one's freedom is always worth the risk...Was stuck between A and C on this one. A was right to me because the author seemed to "presume" that a person wouldn't value their life more than fre…
... type used here is an analogy. An argument by analogy is inherently flawed because ... . So, when you see an argument by analogy ask yourself "but are they ... 's life based on the analogy of living in an impenetrable ...CC: 19 Common Argument Flaws - "Beliefs vs Facts"Hello all, I’m seeking some clarification for the following argument that is given as an example of a “Belief vs Facts” flaw in the Core Curricu…
... clarification for the following argument that is given as ... example of a “Belief vs Facts” flaw in the ... Please link to the argument and do not post ... /> My breakdown of the argument is as follows:
A ... tripped up because the argument is concluding that Dr. ...Trying to get those last few pointsHey Sage community, I'm looking for some advice to shave off a few more points, and hopefully start to wind my long LSAT journey to a close. I have b…
... understand the flawed argument without getting bogged down by the fluff. The ... support for his argument? is it an analogy? a counterexample? pay attention to ...PT80.S4.Q22 - scientists once believed thatThe correct answer to this question is information that would help to evaluate the argument in the stimulus. If the information is taken to one extre…
... information helpful to evaluate the argument?
If ... 't that weaken the argument by leaving it more vulnerable ... T.Rex explains the counterexample away? And imagine if ... strengthen the argument by strengthening the relevance of the counterexample and ...Causation/correlation and phenomenonHello, everyone. I’ve been drilling strengthening questions and I’m having an issue with causation/correlation and phenomenon type arguments. The lin…
... I cannot tell which the argument is presenting because they seem ... causation because I thought the argument was stating the ultraviolet light ... /correlation type argument. I haven’t come across many arguments by analogy. I ...Analogy vs exampleSo i think i have a pretty good understanding of the difference between an analogy and an example. But i ran across a question in LR that hinged on t…
... of the difference between an analogy and an example. But i ...Study habits: By hand vs. Online (FLEX)I've been printing out my PTs and Problem Sets and notating most everything by hand (mimicking the notating that JY does during the lessons) but I'm …
... Sets and notating most everything by hand (mimicking the notating that ...Flaw Questions: Steps to take when you cant see the flawHi All, I had the chance to do an LR question again for a recent tutoring session and noticed a few things that could be helpful for your prep. O…
... improving your comprehension of the argument by simplifying it into your ... and an argument is always a conclusion being supported by premises. ... a dichotomy between dark vs light moths. Now I ... most relevant parts of the argument to improve our comprehension, ...Some Pointers on Weakening: You can weaken by showing *inconsistency*I noticed a few posts asking for tips on weaken questions, and was in the middle of writing a response. But I thought this would make more sense as a…
... You can also weaken an argument by pointing out an *inconsistency in ... 've still weakened the argument by showing that their premise ... we would weaken the argument by pointing out that **rhinos ...
We can weaken this argument by pointing out: "**She said she ...
