preptest 73, logical reasoning 1, question 2
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summary
understanding paradox questions on the lsat involves identifying a discrepancy in scenarios presented and selecting an answer that resolves the apparent contradiction.
- paradox questions present a situation where two truths seem contradictory and ask for an explanation that resolves this contradiction.
- the key to these questions is pinpointing the discrepancy, which often involves contrasting behaviors or outcomes in similar scenarios.
- the correct answer will introduce a new fact that makes the paradoxical situation understandable and logically consistent.
- example provided illustrates a discrepancy in how people respond to being thanked in different social contexts (commercial vs. personal).
- the process of elimination is crucial, focusing on why the discrepancy exists rather than explaining individual behaviors.
chapters
00:00
introduction to paradox questions
00:32
identifying the discrepancy
01:01
analyzing answer choices
02:24
selecting the correct answer