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Cheat Sheet - LR question typesFor LR reasoning is there a cheat sheet out there that summarizes all the strategies by question type?
... are good and bad. An argument is considered “good” insofar ... argument makes, the weaker the argument
- How to weaken an argument ... conclusion, it is an argument which makes zero assumptions ... necessary assumption does very little to help the argument, but ... -
Identifying AssumptionsDoes anyone have any general advice for quickly and accurately identifying assumptions in arguments within the LR section? I feel like that's a weak …
... and conclusion, I ask, why does that premise lead to that ... powerful? Based ONLY on the argument above, there's no reasonable ... be the assumption that the argument is making. In this case ... /> So when you come across an argument, ask yourself why the conclusion ... -
some/many in answer choicesHey everyone, I am really confused about the use of 'many' (or some) in LR answer choices. In some cases many/some is dismissed as insignificant bec…
... if 'some' suffices to weaken an argument-- what about #8 in pt ... sighted." This one does not weaken the argument because it is only ... this answer choice wreck the argument, even if it is only ... -
Any new question types on recent lsats?Preptest 65 is the latest test I have on my 7sage account. For those who have done later lsats, are there are any new question types on the later lsa…
The strategy I used is to treat it like a strengthen or weaken question combined in one. If I knew the answer to what choice A is saying, would that weaken or strengthen the argument? If it does, then it will help evaluate the argument. -
PT72.S3.Q11 - developing a nearby abandoned railroad grade into a hiking trailhttp://7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-72-section-3-question-11/ Hi folks, I can't for the life of me figure out why the correct answer for quest…
... just because someone else made an argument against it and they are ... she's wrong, he actually does like cake. There are a ... some tax thing. So the argument is flawed in that it ... the weakness of the opposing argument rather than on the strength ... -
PT33.S1.Q21 - attacks on an opponent's characterhttp://7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-33-section-1-question-21/ This is the Attacks on an Opponent in a Debate Question. I'm not sure why the…
... confront of the argument
Conclusion: Attacks on an opponents character ... need to find an answer that justifies the argument that if something ... attacking a persons character DOES NOT confront the argument, then who cares ... -
How to find the core for convoluted LR q's?I just realized that the reason why I have trouble with suff assumption questions is because I have difficulty finding the core for difficult LRs. PT…
... past the "because." "In such an environment..." uses referential phrasing. What ... is PURE FLUFF. It does nothing for the argument here. So let ... .
Answer choice D does this. "Unless" indicates negate sufficient ... -
PT71.S3.Q21 - prolonged exposure to sulfur fumeshttp://7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-71-section-3-question-21/ I've figured out why C) and E) are wrong, but I'm not sure how the other incorrect…
... This answer choice does not weaken the argument at all because it ... This answer choice weakens the argument because perhaps they conducted the ... in the US and then an American researcher brought those ... (they are now at an inherit disadvantage because they have ... -
trouble with weakening and flaw questionsI've reviewed JY's videos, but I'm having issues. On the most recent tests I've done, I'm getting ~55% of these questions. On the weakening, I'm tryi…
... , and he recommended I make an "error log" (I hope it ... the source, part to whole, correlation-causation, etc.). The other headings ... , conclusion, and major assumptions in an argument. And all that business about ... -
Are there any "perfect" LSAT Arguments?I ask this question because obviously on analysis questions you are supposed to analyze for the strength/validity of the argument and you can often f…
... you a weaken/strengthen/flaw/SA/NA, the argument is by definition ... a main conclusion or identify an argument part instead of asking you ... to actually manipulate the argument by strengthening/weakening/whatever else ... -
How to approach NA questions ... HELP!Hi guys, I'm currently working through the NA questions and I am having a hard time understanding the concepts with bridging and blocking. I kno…
... myself to understand the argument super well before moving ... assumptions that the argument makes, without which, the argument would be ... have an argument that says Drug A cures cancer. Why does the ... that you MUST understand the argument very well (which means ... -
LR Study Guide*I was sent this LR study guide a couple of months ago from a fellow 7Sager and it has been very helpful. It's not as detailed as some of the others…
... . You are provided with an argument with a gaping whole in ... Questions
- A valid argument encompasses every single NA you ... A necessary assumption does very little to help the argument, but without ... NA then you demolish the argument
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LSAT day dreamsI sometimes day dream of accidently getting the answer sheet on test day so I have all the answers. This happened to me on my midterm exam once. The…
... all characteristics that contribute to an individual's success that the ... control over (you could make an argument about poverty but typically the ... those students' potential. All LSAC does by providing for accommodations is ... -
Should the LSAC be allowed to disclose to law schools extra time given for disabilities?Arguments welcome. You can simply say yes or no. I think the "yes" case is harder to make.
... my earlier statement that it does more good than harm -- that ... of physical disabilities. Now, how does this help students who are ... the case that a student does in fact have a disability ... would really like to hear an argument that talks about the merits ... -
Retake disaster/need help from a mod..So I have now taken the LSAT 3 times, and I'm beyond frustrated. I took the LSAT for the first time OCT, 2013 after 6 months of study self-study and …
... be some variation/sequence of an argument or view (A1), support ... argument (S1), a counter argument/arguments or alternate view/ views (A2 maybe an ... A3 as well), support for the counter argument/arguments ... following: (1) what does the author mean when he ... -
LR Study Guides ThreadI was wondering if we could upload our study guides in this post for those taking the June and upcoming LSATs can always come back to this.
... of the support relationships. An argument that makes zero assumptions ...
Common Valid Argument Forms: Affirming the Sufficient ...
-Common Valid Argument Forms: Denying the necessary ... treat patients.
Hercules does not treat patients.
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RC- Author's attitudeI just wanted to ask what steps most of you take when you are answering questions on RC passages? Can someone give me a list of techniques/method…
... be some variation/sequence of an argument or view (A1), support ... argument (S1), a counter argument/arguments or alternate view/ views (A2 maybe an ... A3 as well), support for the counter argument/arguments ... following: (1) what does the author mean when he ... -
Not doing so wellhey guys, This is a question for you folks who have been through most of the lessons. I have been working through the syllabus and i am curren…
... critical to consistently answering LR argument questions correctly.
< ... always be presented with an argument. After reading the stem ... you have isolated the argument's structure (MP and ... write out several ways to strengthen that relationship.
NA question typesI was wondering if anyone has found a way that works best to approach these question types? If so, PLEASE share.
... , let's say you have an argument A (main premise) --> C ... />
Main Conclusion: Tasmanian tiger does not exist (WHY?)
Main ... use the negation test, does this destroy the argument? Absolutely.
Group Blind Review via Skype- Saturday 4/25 7 PM (EST) - PT 56If you're interested in joining please PM me or @nicole.hopkins your Skype name so we can add you to the call :) It runs pretty smooth. All you h…
... that allows the argument to obtain, which E does. C is too ... broad/too strong of an argument, whereas ... what is necessary for the argument to hold. Makes me think ... to go for the necessary argument rather than an argument that is sufficient.Logical Reasoning: assumption and weaken questionsHi! I'm having some major troubles with assumption and "which will weaken the argument" questions...any tips would REALLY be appreciated at this poin…
... like resolve questions where the argument makes an invalid assumption using two ... incorrect
2) will strengthen the argument rather than weaken
3 ... a crucial part of the argument that then makes the AC ...I thought "some" statements don't have the ability to strengthen or weaken?I've seen lots of debate over whether or not some statements have the ability to strengthen or weaken arguments. The general consensus seems to be th…
... a “some” statement can strengthen and weaken an argument, especially on the EXCEPT ... questions. Weaken and Strengthen correct answers ...Stupid idea but could it work???I've regressed back into my plateau range of high 150's low 160's. It's disappointing as I thought I had made progress and now I have around 15 of my…
... with it for an hour in blind review? Yes. Does that happen ... . Now, the interval between retakes does affect this (if I took ... understand what the flaw in an argument is once I try to ...Ye ole "Bible"So, despite my confident suspicion that 7sage pwns PowerScore, I still bought the LR Bible cuz it was "only" $40 bucks. But, after having read the fi…
... set of facts rather than an argument, so you wouldn't waste ... that reading the stem first does help a lot in agree ...PT26.S2.Q09 - early pencil leads were made of solid graphitehttp://7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-26-section-2-question-09/ Can someone explain why the correct answer is B? Thank you!
... strongly supported question. This does not mean that the correct ...
The stimulus is not an argument, but a set of facts ... so inferring frequently would be an over-generalization. What's ... that the French research produced an invention of "great" value ...PT20.S1.Q02 - a director of the rexx pharmaceutical companyhttp://7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-20-section-1-question-02/ Ok, I am pretty pissed I missed this because I felt like I got it right when I did…
... knowledge to bear on the argument.
@"Accounts Playable" ... a weakening answer, we want an explanation for why the developmental ... E almost seems to strengthen the argument because if the costs are ... I think it brings up an issue you might have to ...What's the difference between "All because..." and "Only because..."?In terms of necessary and sufficient conditions for the LSAT, I'm wondering what the difference is between "All because..." and "Only because...". Fo…
Exactly right @LoraxMan. Correlation alone can never be used to prove causation, but a strong correlation can go a long way to help strengthen an established causal relationship.PT. 22 Section 2 Question 22Clearly I'm having a hard time mapping out logic... Can someone please explain the correct answer? Also any tips on how to improve mapping out logic …
... refuses to support then it does not allow" This can be ... -->/A.
How does the author show this is ... may be able to form an argument that government subsidy and government ...Why are LSAT scores given so much weight for admissions decisions?Dear JY, I love your website. The explanations for the logical games are carefully thought out and well presented. I wished I knew about your web…
... has, and then got into an argument about whether it SHOULD be ... with a mathematical background, a correlation coefficient at 0.36 means ...76.lr2.21Is there a clear reason about why B doesn't weaken for 76.lr2.21? It can weaken by suggesting that those who completed the program were better to…
... nowhere.
C. Gives an alternative cause.
Also ... of chess, it does not weaken the argument that the increase was ...
