june 2007, logical reasoning 2, question 8
summary
the content focuses on dissecting and understanding a flaw question within the lsat exam, specifically through the analysis of an argument presented in an advertisement for fabric-soft fabric softener.
- identifying the flaw in an argument requires breaking it down into its conclusion and evidence.
- the argument's conclusion is that fabric-soft is the most effective fabric softener available, based on a survey comparing its use to no softener at all.
- the critical flaw in the argument is the failure to compare fabric-soft to other fabric softeners, making the conclusion about its superiority over all others unfounded.
- the correct answer choice (e) highlights the argument's oversight in not considering comparisons with fabric softeners other than fabric-soft.
chapters
00:00
understanding flaw questions
00:22
analyzing the argument
01:11
identifying the flaw
01:34
selecting the correct answer
