june 2007, logical reasoning 1, question 7
summary
the content provides a detailed walkthrough of solving a principle application question on the lsat, focusing on identifying and applying an abstract principle to select the correct answer.
- the question stem describes a principle without using the word 'principle', focusing on the most advanced kind of moral motivation.
- the most advanced moral motivation is defined as being based solely on abstract principles, excluding motivations driven by self-interest or societal norms.
- through elimination of choices motivated by self-interest or societal adherence, the correct answer is identified as the one motivated purely by an abstract principle.
- answer choice d is correct because it represents action taken out of belief in an abstract principle, showcasing the most advanced kind of moral motivation.
chapters
00:00
understanding the question stem
00:42
identifying the abstract principle
01:19
evaluating the answer choices
02:23
selecting the correct answer
