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home>june 2007, logical reasoning 2, question 14
carl pyrdum
lesson by carl pyrdum
magoosh expert

summary
the essence of tackling principle-identify questions on the lsat involves understanding the argument's structure and matching it with a principle that aligns with the argument's reasoning.
  • principle-identify questions require identifying a principle that the argument conforms to.
  • understanding the argument involves breaking it down into its component parts and grasping its conclusion and supporting reasons.
  • the example provided illustrates an argument for universities using open-source software, based on its alignment with academic values.
  • the correct answer choice is one that reflects the argument's rationale, focusing on alignment with the university's mission rather than factors like software advancement or cost.
  • eliminating incorrect answers involves understanding why they do not match the argument's reasoning.
chapters
00:00
understanding principle-identify questions
00:20
analyzing the argument
01:34
selecting the correct answer