June 2007, Logical Reasoning 1, Question 12
Summary
The essence of tackling parallel reasoning questions on the GRE involves identifying the argument's structure in the stimulus and matching it with the correct answer choice, despite potentially confusing language and complex answer choices.
- Parallel reasoning questions are designed to be time-consuming and complicated, often to slow down the test-taker.
- The key to solving these questions is to deconstruct the argument in the stimulus into its conclusion, evidence, and overall structure.
- The correct answer will mirror the structure of the argument in the stimulus, not necessarily the content or the order of presentation.
- Language used in the question and answers can be intentionally obfuscating, making these questions a lower priority on the first pass.
- Identifying the conclusion using conclusory keywords helps in comparing the structure of the argument in the answer choices with that of the stimulus.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding Parallel Reasoning Questions
01:35
Analyzing the Stimulus and Answer Choices
03:02
Identifying the Correct Answer
