LSAT Logical Reasoning Strategies

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Conditional: Transitive Property

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Linking two conditional statements through a common term If A → B and B → C, then A → C.

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What is a 'Premise' in an LSAT argument?

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Evidence or reasons provided to support a conclusion Look for indicators like 'because,' 'since,' and 'for.'

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What is a 'Conclusion' in an LSAT argument?

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The main point the author is trying to prove Look for indicators like 'therefore,' 'thus,' and 'consequently.'

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What is an 'Intermediate Conclusion'?

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A statement that acts as both a conclusion and a premise It is supported by premises and provides support for the final conclusion.

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How do you identify the 'Main Point' of a stimulus?

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Find the claim that receives support but gives none Ask: 'What is the author ultimately trying to convince me of?'

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What is a 'Counter-premise'?

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A statement that goes against the author's main conclusion Used to acknowledge an opposing view before dismissing it.

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What is 'Background Information' in a stimulus?

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Contextual facts that provide setting but no logical support Often appears at the very beginning of the stimulus.

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What is an 'Assumption' in LSAT terms?

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An unstated premise required for the conclusion to follow The 'bridge' between the stated premises and the conclusion.

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What is the 'Conclusion-Premise' relationship?

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Support flows from premise to conclusion If the premises are true, the conclusion is more likely to be true.

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Flaw: Ad Hominem

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Attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself Example: 'We shouldn't trust his tax plan because he is a liar.'

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