PrepTest 73, Logical Reasoning 2, Question 18
Summary
The essence of tackling parallel flaw questions on the GRE involves identifying the flawed reasoning within the argument and matching it with an answer choice that exhibits the same logical fallacy.
- Parallel flaw questions require understanding the original argument and identifying its logical flaw.
- The flawed reasoning in the provided example is akin to the sportscaster cliche of being 'due for a hit', implying an expectation of an event based on past occurrences despite recent evidence to the contrary.
- To find a parallel argument, the conclusion, evidence, and use of evidence must align with those of the original argument, excluding any answer that deviates in these aspects.
- Answer choice C is identified as the correct match because it mirrors the original argument's flawed reasoning, conclusion, and evidence structure.
- Other answer choices are dismissed for failing to align with the original argument's conclusion, evidence frequency, or logical structure.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding Parallel Flaw Questions
00:18
Identifying the Flaw
01:58
Evaluating Answer Choices
02:45
Selecting the Correct Answer
