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preptest 141 (preptest 73), lr1
summary
the essence of the content revolves around dissecting a specific lsat question type, focusing on how to approach and solve strengthen questions which are pivotal in supporting the arguments presented.
- strengthen questions necessitate bolstering the argument's unstated assumptions for the evidence provided to substantiate its conclusion.
- the example provided illustrates a causal argument regarding the genetic adaptation of salmon species in lake clearwater, highlighting the importance of identifying assumptions inherent in causal arguments.
- key assumptions for causal arguments include the absence of alternate causes, the direction of the cause-effect relationship, and the non-coincidental nature of the change.
- analyzing answer choices involves eliminating options that do not support the argument's assumptions or introduce irrelevant or contradictory information.
- the correct answer choice effectively eliminates an alternate cause, thereby strengthening the causal argument presented.
chapters
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understanding strengthen questions
00:23
dissecting the argument and its assumptions
02:21
evaluating answer choices