june 2007, logical reasoning 1, question 21
summary
the content focuses on how to approach and solve a flaw question on the lsat, specifically by identifying the error in an argument through understanding its conclusion and evidence.
- flaw questions require identifying the argument's conclusion and evidence.
- a common flaw is confusing correlation with causation, illustrated by an argument involving trading a sports car for a minivan to reduce accident risk.
- the correct answer choice points out the flaw of inferring a cause from a mere correlation.
- other answer choices are dismissed by analyzing the argument's structure and the evidence provided.
- the process emphasizes critical thinking and careful analysis of the argument's assumptions and logical structure.
chapters
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understanding flaw questions
00:52
confusing correlation with causation
01:53
analyzing answer choices
