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LSAT Logical Reasoning

Answer Elimination Techniques

Learn Answer Elimination Techniques in LSAT Logical Reasoning from the production AIPH study guide.

Study guide topics

Understanding ArgumentsCommon Question TypesLogical Indicators & Conditional ReasoningSpotting Logical FallaciesAdvanced Conditional ReasoningEvaluating Evidence and Strengthening ArgumentsAnalyzing News & MediaDebates and Everyday DiscussionsDecision Making & Problem SolvingReading Efficiently Under Time PressureAnswer Elimination TechniquesPrephrasing and Predicting Answers

Study Strategies

## Outsmarting Tricky Answer Choices Sometimes, finding the right answer is about eliminating the wrong ones! The LSAT loves to include tempting but incorrect choices. ### How to Eliminate - Watch for extreme wording (always, never) - Spot answers that go beyond the argument - Ditch choices that are irrelevant ### Why This Helps Eliminating just one or two wrong answers boosts your odds and your confidence.

Examples

  • Crossing out answer choices with words like 'never' or 'always' when the argument isn’t that extreme.
  • Eliminating an answer that brings in ideas not mentioned in the prompt.
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