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critical reasoning example #2

mike mcgarry
lesson by mike mcgarry
magoosh expert
summary
this lesson focuses on a critical reasoning problem, aiming to teach gmat prep students how to weaken an argument by analyzing a specific case involving the wages of factory workers at hamport steelworks.
  • the lesson presents a scenario where factory workers' wages have not kept pace with inflation, leading to a dispute over living wages.
  • the industry analyst argues that the factory owners could redistribute revenue to provide livable wages, a position the lesson seeks to challenge.
  • students are guided through the process of evaluating different statements to identify which one weakens the industry analyst's argument.
  • the correct answer, highlighting the necessity of marketing expenses, demonstrates a critical reasoning skill in distinguishing between revenue and profit.
  • the lesson emphasizes the importance of understanding the logic behind each question, suggesting that students review video explanations for each question they encounter.
chapters
00:00
introduction to the critical reasoning problem
00:32
analyzing the argument
02:22
evaluating answer choices
02:58
identifying the correct answer
05:26
conclusion and advice