PrepTest 73, Logical Reasoning 2, Question 9
Summary
The content focuses on dissecting a 'role of a statement' question within the GRE exam, illustrating how to analyze an argument and select the correct answer based on the function of a statement within that argument.
- Understanding the argument's conclusion is crucial before analyzing how a statement functions within it.
- Identifying correct descriptions of a statement's role involves distinguishing between evidence, counter-evidence, and the argument's overall claim.
- The example provided demonstrates the process of eliminating incorrect answer choices by closely examining how they describe the statement's role in the argument.
- The correct answer choice accurately reflects the statement's intent to cast doubt on a hypothesis by questioning the sufficiency of evidence.
- It's essential to avoid answer choices that misrepresent the argument's claims or introduce unrelated information.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding the Argument
00:19
Analyzing the Statement's Role
01:26
Evaluating Answer Choices
02:17
Selecting the Correct Answer