preptest 73, logical reasoning 2, question 4
summary
the essence of tackling method of reasoning questions on the lsat involves understanding the argument's structure, identifying its conclusion and evidence, and evaluating the reasoning technique employed.
- method of reasoning questions require a description of how an argument is constructed and the technique used to achieve its conclusion.
- identifying the argument's conclusion and evidence is crucial; the conclusion is often found in the middle of the argument.
- the argument discussed uses analogy as its method of reasoning, comparing freudian psychotherapy's effectiveness to a car repair chain's efficiency based on time and effort involved.
- answer choices on the lsat may use clever phrasing, necessitating a careful and open approach to selecting the correct option.
- the correct answer choice for the discussed question is one that recognizes the use of an analogous argument to challenge the original claim.
chapters
00:00
understanding method of reasoning questions
00:15
identifying the argument's structure
00:49
evaluating reasoning techniques
01:26
navigating answer choices
