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  1. A passage presents the view that all laws should be based solely on utility — producing the greatest happiness for the greatest number. This ethical framework is called:

    Answer: Utilitarianism

    The 'greatest happiness for the greatest number' is the defining principle of utilitarianism, associated with Bentham and Mill.

  2. In the following argument: 'We shouldn't listen to the senator's proposal on healthcare because he was once arrested.' The logical fallacy committed is:

    Answer: Ad hominem (abusive)

    Attacking the person's character rather than engaging with their argument is an ad hominem fallacy.

  3. A passage argues that privacy is a fundamental right. The author would most likely OPPOSE which of the following?

    Answer: Government mass surveillance programs

    Government mass surveillance directly undermines privacy, which the author treats as a fundamental right.

  4. Which of the following best describes the purpose of LNAT Section B?

    Answer: To assess the candidate's ability to construct a reasoned written argument

    Section B requires one essay from a choice of topics to assess analytical writing and argumentation skills.

  5. A passage about contract law states that an agreement is only legally binding if there is offer, acceptance, and consideration. Which scenario would FAIL to meet these requirements?

    Answer: A friend promises to give another friend a gift with no expectation of anything in return

    A gratuitous promise (gift with no exchange) lacks consideration, which is required for a legally binding contract.

  6. An LNAT passage presents three experts who all support the same policy. A critical reader should recognise that this:

    Answer: Reflects potential selection bias and does not rule out contrary expert opinion

    Presenting only experts who agree with a position is selection bias — experts with opposing views may exist but were not cited.

  7. A debater argues: 'My opponent wants to reform the welfare system. That means she wants poor people to starve.' This misrepresents the opponent's actual, more nuanced position. The fallacy is called:

    Answer: Straw man

    The straw man fallacy involves misrepresenting an opponent's position to make it easier to attack.