June 2007, Passage 3, Question 19
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PrepTest 123 (June 2007), RC2, Passage 3
Summary
The essence of tackling inference questions on the LSAT involves a meticulous process of elimination and research within the passage to substantiate one of the answer choices as definitively true.
- Inference questions require identifying sufficient information in the passage to prove an answer choice true, despite it not being explicitly stated.
- A careful examination of each answer choice through the lens of the passage content is necessary, with a particular caution against extreme language that demands substantial evidence.
- The correct answer often closely rephrases information found in the passage, as demonstrated with the example where control over access to a document implies distribution.
- Incorrect answers typically present concepts not discussed or directly contradicted by the passage, highlighting the importance of thorough passage comprehension.
- The process involves not only finding the correct answer but also understanding why other options are incorrect, enhancing overall reasoning skills.
Chapters
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Understanding Inference Questions
00:27
Process of Elimination Strategy
01:00
Identifying the Correct Answer
01:24
Analyzing Incorrect Answers