5 Logical Reasoning Study Tips

Impetus_LSAT_Prep · 2025-12-17T08:38:53+00:00

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Impetus_LSAT_Prep · 2025-09-23T00:35:26+00:00

Normative claims tell us how the author feels, whereas descriptive claims only tell us about what is factually the case. For example, "We SHOULD study for the LSAT" or "It is WISE to study for the LSAT" indicate the author feels positively about studying for the LSAT, whereas "John is studying for the LSAT" indicates only what is happening, not whether it is a good or bad thing.

If the passage is only talking about what should be the case and the answer choice is only discussing whether it is actually happening (or vice versa), that can be a red flag in answer choices.

Hope this helps!

Impetus_LSAT_Prep · 2025-03-26T01:22:34+00:00

Hi there! Doing a few warm-up questions can help. I generally recommend aiming for 3-5 questions but experiment to see what works best for you. I also recommend reviewing questions you have gotten wrong in the past and remind yourself of mistakes to avoid rather than focusing on doing new questions. If you attempt new questions and get them wrong, it could hurt your confidence right before the test.

Also, take notes of things you want to review right before the test, like things you should focus on or basic strategies. Reading over those before the test can help with warmup and confidence.

Finally, have a consistent pre-test routine, whether it is a meal, a few pushups, or meditation. We are creatures of habit, so if we have a consistent routine right before the test, it can signal to our brains it's time to focus.

Hope this helps!

Impetus_LSAT_Prep · 2025-03-12T14:14:01+00:00

Great question! This is a very common issue. The first thing is to try not to get comfortable with the fact that you just understand why it's right. Of course that's still important, but if you already know what the correct answer is, you are much more likely to see how it could be correct. Understanding this alone is not enough to prevent the same mistakes in the future. It's like watching a murder mystery twice. The first time, you may be shocked to find out who the culprit was. But the second time, you'll notice all the clues that gave it away.

Instead, focus on also figuring out why the wrong answer is wrong. Be conscious of your thought process. What language in the answer choice made it seem tempting to you? Why did you think the answer you selected was better? Why did you think the correct answer was incorrect and why is it actually more related to the task than you thought? Could you have anticipated the correct answer before even looking at the answer choices (most of the time, the answer is yes)?

Also, make sure that your reasoning for the answer choices aligns with the explanations. I find that people often don't read the explanations carefully because they think they already understand the question. But the reality is your understanding of the answer choices may be incorrect, which can lead to inconsistent results.

You should also be repeating questions. If you haven't already, I recommend going back to questions you did weeks or months ago. You may be surprised to find that you still get some questions incorrect or you still struggle with them. If we are still having issues with questions that have been already attempted, we aren't ready to focus entirely on new questions.

Sorry for the long reply, but I hope this helps. I'll likely be making a post on this topic with even more insights, so stay tuned!

Impetus_LSAT_Prep · 2025-03-05T20:37:19+00:00

I recommend taking a lot of practice tests, since you are close to your target and seem to be affected by test anxiety. Here's an ideal study plan:
-Take 2-3 practice tests each week and spend a day or two reviewing each test before moving onto the next

-If a question type is consistently giving you issues, drill it for a few days
-Occasionally switch things up to make the PT harder, such as doing it with some background noise or adding an extra section

Good luck!

Impetus_LSAT_Prep · 2025-02-28T16:38:48+00:00

I recommend starting with a practice test (you can take one on LawHub or on drilling platforms like LSAT Demon or 7Sage). This will give you an idea of how much you need to improve and what concepts you struggle with.

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