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PrepTest 73, Logical Reasoning 2, Question 8



Summary
The content provides a detailed walkthrough of solving an inference question on the GRE, focusing on interpreting information correctly and eliminating incorrect answer choices based on the given data.
  • Inference questions require understanding the given information and selecting an answer that can be proven true.
  • The passage discussed involves analyzing how fluoride enters groundwater, emphasizing the role of sodium in increasing fluoride concentrations.
  • Key to solving the question is distinguishing between what is directly stated and what is inferred, particularly concerning the sources of fluoride and sodium.
  • Incorrect answer choices are eliminated through a process of logical deduction, highlighting the importance of closely reading both the passage and the answer choices.
  • The correct answer (D) is identified by linking the increased fluoride concentrations with the presence of sodium, supported by the controlled variables in the study.
Chapters
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Understanding Inference Questions
00:15
Analyzing the Passage
01:19
Eliminating Incorrect Answers
02:16
Identifying the Correct Answer