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PrepTest 73, Passage 3, Question 17


Carl Pyrdum
Lesson by Carl Pyrdum
Magoosh Expert

Summary
The essence of tackling detail questions on the LSAT involves identifying information that is explicitly stated within the passage, particularly focusing on what specific individuals or entities believe.
  • Detail questions require finding directly stated information in the passage.
  • A common mistake is confusing the beliefs of the author with those of the subject being discussed.
  • The correct answer often resides in specific sections of the passage that detail the subject's theories or beliefs.
  • Verification of every answer choice against the passage text is crucial.
  • Understanding the distinction between what is directly stated and inferred is key to selecting the right answer.
Chapters
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Understanding Detail Questions
00:21
Identifying Common Mistakes
00:56
Navigating Answer Choices