LSAT General 2

Question 1

In an LSAT Logical Reasoning question, a 'necessary assumption' is one that:

Accepted Answer

The argument cannot be true without

Answer

A necessary assumption is a premise the argument requires to be true; if it is false, the argument fails.

Question 2

Which LSAT section tests a test-taker's ability to read and comprehend complex texts?

Accepted Answer

Reading Comprehension

Answer

The Reading Comprehension section presents dense passages and asks questions about their content, structure, and arguments.

Question 3

In an Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) question, a 'conditional constraint' such as 'If A is selected, then B is not selected' is best handled by also noting:

Accepted Answer

If B is selected, then A is not selected

Answer

The contrapositive of 'If A then not B' is 'If B then not A,' which must also hold true.

Question 4

A 'sufficient assumption' question on the LSAT asks you to find a statement that:

Accepted Answer

Guarantees the argument's conclusion if added

Answer

A sufficient assumption, when added to the premises, makes the conclusion logically certain.

Question 5

The LSAT Writing Sample is administered:

Accepted Answer

Online via LSAC's remote proctoring platform, separately from the multiple-choice test

Answer

Since 2019, the Writing Sample is taken online on a separate date using LSAC's secure proctoring software.

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LSAT General 2