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PrepTest 73, Logical Reasoning 2, Question 9


Carl Pyrdum
Lesson by Carl Pyrdum
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Summary
The content focuses on dissecting a 'role of a statement' question within the LSAT, illustrating how to analyze an argument by understanding the function of a statement within it.
  • Understanding the argument's conclusion is crucial before analyzing how a statement figures into it.
  • Identifying correct descriptions of a statement's role involves recognizing whether it supports or disputes the argument.
  • The example provided demonstrates analyzing an argument about Bosch's affiliation, distinguishing between evidence and counter-evidence.
  • The process includes eliminating answer choices that misdescribe the argument's dynamics or introduce irrelevant information.
  • The correct answer choice accurately reflects the statement's role in casting doubt on the hypothesis by questioning the sufficiency of evidence.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding the Role of a Statement
00:25
Analyzing the Argument Structure
00:43
Evaluating Evidence and Counter-Evidence
01:26
Navigating Through Answer Choices