preptest 73, logical reasoning 2, question 12
summary
the content provides a detailed walkthrough of how to approach and solve an inference question on the lsat, using a specific question as an example to illustrate the process of cataloging information and selecting the correct answer based on the information provided.
- inference questions require cataloging given information and finding an answer that can be proven with that information.
- the example question involves analyzing sales data of books and cookbooks, highlighting a record number of sales, a shift in the target audience, and the global availability of a specific cookbook.
- the correct answer choice (a) is identified through logical deduction, proving that last year saw more cookbooks sold not intended for beginners than in any previous year.
- other answer choices are systematically evaluated and dismissed based on the information provided, demonstrating the importance of careful analysis and understanding of the question's context.
- the explanation emphasizes the necessity of focusing only on information given and avoiding assumptions or extrapolations beyond the provided facts.
chapters
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understanding inference questions
00:18
cataloging information
00:55
identifying the correct answer
01:55
evaluating incorrect answers
