LSAT Reading

A comprehensive look at the skills and strategies needed to master the LSAT Reading Comprehension section.

Understanding LSAT Reading PassagesActive Reading TechniquesIdentifying Question Types
Mastering Passage MappingHandling Complex or Dense PassagesAdvanced Inference and Logic Skills
Applying LSAT Reading Skills in Law SchoolProfessional Uses of Reading ComprehensionCollaborative Reading and Study Groups
Time Management During the SectionEliminating Wrong Answer ChoicesPrephrasing Your Answers
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Advanced Topics

Advanced Inference and Logic Skills

Sharpening Inference Skills

Inference questions require you to go beyond the stated text, drawing logical conclusions based on evidence.

  • Look for what’s implied: Not just what’s stated outright.
  • Avoid extreme answers: LSAT inferences are subtle, not wild guesses.
  • Link evidence: Connect details from different paragraphs.

Applying Logic

These questions are similar to making arguments in real life — reasoning from facts to conclusions.

Real-World Usage

Lawyers, journalists, and researchers infer information from documents, witness statements, and data every day. Strengthening this skill helps in any field requiring analysis and decision-making.

Examples

  • Selecting the only answer choice that must be true based on the passage’s evidence.

  • Connecting a subtle hint in paragraph one to a conclusion in paragraph four.

In a Nutshell

Advanced inference skills let you read between the lines and make logical connections.

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Applying LSAT Reading Skills in Law School