LSAT 109 – Section 3 – Question 03

LSAT 109 - Section 3 - Question 03

December 2000

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Question QuickView	Type	Tags	Answer Choices	Curve	Question Difficulty	Psg/Game/S Difficulty	Explanation
PT109 S3 Q03	+LR	Except +Exc Resolve reconcile or explain +RRE Causal Reasoning +CausR	A 2% 159 B 96% 167 C 1% 155 D 1% 159 E 1% 152	125 135 144	+Easier	148.18 +SubsectionMedium

The most common bird in Stillwater Marsh is a species of marsh hen, yet this species is rarely seen, even by experienced bird-watchers who seek it. In fact, this bird is seen far less frequently than any other bird inhabiting the marsh, including those that are much smaller and much less abundant.

"Surprising" Phenomenon

Why is the most common bird in the marsh the least commonly spotted?

Objective

The correct answer must fail to explain why this marsh hen is seen less frequently. Every wrong answer will identify a difference between the marsh hen and the other species—such as a difference in appearance, location, or behavior—that explains this discrepancy.

The coloration of the marsh hen blends in particularly well with the marsh grass where the marsh hen nests.

This explains why these marsh hens are seen less frequently than other species. Because of their special camouflage, they are spotted rarely even though they are common.

The marsh hen’s call is harsh and repetitive, whereas the calls of many other marsh birds are pleasant and melodious.

This does not explain why this marsh hen is spotted less frequently than other species. A harsh repetitive call would attract attention and make the marsh hen more likely to be spotted, not less.

Unlike many small marsh birds, which dash along the banks of the marsh, the marsh hen remains completely still for long periods of time.

This explains why this marsh hen is seen less frequently than other species. The others move around the banks, making them visible to human visitors, while the marsh hen is stationary and therefore harder to spot.

Many marsh birds are most active during daylight hours, but the marsh hen is usually most active at night.

This explains why the marsh hen is seen less frequently than other species of birds. It is active at night, when the cover of darkness makes it difficult to see.

Although many small marsh birds fly in groups to several feeding areas each day, the marsh hen tends to be solitary and flies only when it is in danger.

This explains why the marsh hen is seen less frequently than other species of birds. Other species travel often and in groups, making them more easily sighted by visitors, while the marsh hen is more solitary and sedentary.

LSAT 109 – Section 3 – Question 03

LSAT 109 - Section 3 - Question 03

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