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Stems that ask us to complete the argument by inserting either a premise (Strengthen) or a conclusion (Most Strongly Supported).

Avg. 0.8 per section

“Which one of the following most logically completes the argument?”

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Avg. difficulty: 2.4

Correct answer criteria

  • A statement that provides either a well-supported conclusion (MSS), or a relevant premise (Strengthen).

Key tactics

  • Use indicator words and context to determine whether the blank section is a premise or conclusion.
  • Treat the question just as you would an MSS / Strengthen question.

Answer choice tips

  • Correct answers tend to be more directly relevant than in typical MSS / Strengthen questions. In the MSS variant, for example, you're providing a well-supported conclusion, not just any well-supported fact.

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Logical reasoning question types

Argument part Evaluate Fill in the blank Flaw or descriptive weakening Inference Main conclusion or main point Method of reasoning or descriptive Most strongly supported Must be false Must be true Necessary assumption Parallel flawed method of reasoning Parallel method of reasoning Point at issue: agree Point at issue: disagree Principle PSA - find or complete the application PSA - find the rule Resolve reconcile or explain Strengthen Sufficient assumption Weaken

Reading comprehension question types

Analogy (RC) Application Author’s attitude Author’s perspective Describe approach Describe organization Describe relationship Implied Logical continuation Main point Meaning in context (of word, phrase, or idea) Other’s perspective Principle or generalization Purpose in context (of word, phrase, or idea) Purpose of paragraph Purpose of passage Stated Structure WSE (RC)

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