I think C..........
I am with C as well.
@david_cro - Can you pls forward me this LSAT Q Bank? I have pmed you my email id.
OA ic C indeed.
@david_cro - Can you pls forward me this LSAT Q Bank? I have pmed you my email id.
You can download it for free from here - Critical Reasoning Practice Question Bank | Aristotleprep
The problem is this file only has the answers but not the explanations, which is why I'm posting the questions I can't understand here. These questions are tough but very good for practice.
At many colleges today, regulations have been imposed that forbid the use in speech or print of language that "offends" or "insults" the members of any group, especially women and racial, ethnic, and religious minorities. Although these regulations are defended in the name of "democracy," they restrict freedom of speech and the press in a way that opposes the true spirit of democracy.
The argument above attempts to prove its case primarily by
(A) impugning the credentials of an opponent
(B) providing examples that support a theoretical principle
(C) taking advantage of inconsistencies in the definition of "democracy"
(D) revealing a contradiction in an opposing point of view
(E) appealing to the patriotic feelings of its audience
What should be the answer?
At many colleges today, regulations have been imposed that forbid the use in speech or print of language that offends or insults the members of any group, especially women and racial, ethnic, and religious minorities. Although these regulations are defended in the name of democracy, they restrict freedom of speech and the press in a way that opposes the true spirit of democracy.
The argument above attempts to prove its case primarily by
(A) impugning the credentials of an opponent
(B) providing examples that support a theoretical principle
(C) taking advantage of inconsistencies in the definition of democracy
(D) revealing a contradiction in an opposing point of view
(E) appealing to the patriotic feelings of its audience
What should be the answer?
I believe it should be D as the second line shows the contradiction.
(A) impugning the credentials of an opponent ---- not in context
(B) providing examples that support a theoretical principle ----- general example is given..can be possible answer
(C) taking advantage of inconsistencies in the definition of "democracy" --- inconsistency in democracy is the argument
(D) revealing a contradiction in an opposing point of view ----- probable answer
(E) appealing to the patriotic feelings of its audience ----- no mentioned in context
At many colleges today, regulations have been imposed that forbid the use in speech or print of language that offends or insults the members of any group, especially women and racial, ethnic, and religious minorities. Although these regulations are defended in the name of democracy, they restrict freedom of speech and the press in a way that opposes the true spirit of democracy.
The argument above attempts to prove its case primarily by
(A) impugning the credentials of an opponent
(B) providing examples that support a theoretical principle
(C) taking advantage of inconsistencies in the definition of democracy
(D) revealing a contradiction in an opposing point of view
(E) appealing to the patriotic feelings of its audience
What should be the answer?
D:lookround:
@gmat10dulkar's set:
I'll go with D...
The statement shows a contradiction, =>democracy is opposed by restricting freedom of speech, which is the essence of democracy!
Source: Aristotle LSAT CR
Modern physicians often employee laboratory tests, in addition to physical examinations, in order to diagnose diseases accurately. Insurance company regulations that deny coverage for certain laboratory tests therefore decrease the quality of medical care provided to patients.
Which one of the following is an assumption that would serve to justify the conclusion above?
(A) Physical examinations and the uncovered laboratory tests together provide a more accurate diagnosis of many diseases than do physical examinations alone.
(B) Many physicians generally oppose insurance company regulations that, in order to reduce costs, limit the use of laboratory tests.
(C) Many patients who might benefit from the uncovered laboratory tests do not have any form of health insurance.
(D) There are some illnesses that experienced physicians can diagnose accurately from physicians examination alone.
(E) Laboratory tests are more costly to perform than are physical examinations.
I am unable to get this one. Pls help guys.
Modern physicians often employee laboratory tests, in addition to physical examinations, in order to diagnose diseases accurately. Insurance company regulations that deny coverage for certain laboratory tests therefore decrease the quality of medical care provided to patients.
Which one of the following is an assumption that would serve to justify the conclusion above?
(A) Physical examinations and the uncovered laboratory tests together provide a more accurate diagnosis of many diseases than do physical examinations alone.
(B) Many physicians generally oppose insurance company regulations that, in order to reduce costs, limit the use of laboratory tests.
(C) Many patients who might benefit from the uncovered laboratory tests do not have any form of health insurance.
(D) There are some illnesses that experienced physicians can diagnose accurately from physicians examination alone.
(E) Laboratory tests are more costly to perform than are physical examinations.
I am unable to get this one. Pls help guys.
Source: Aristotle LSAT CR
Modern physicians often employee laboratory tests, in addition to physical examinations, in order to diagnose diseases accurately. Insurance company regulations that deny coverage for certain laboratory tests therefore decrease the quality of medical care provided to patients.
Which one of the following is an assumption that would serve to justify the conclusion above?
(A) Physical examinations and the uncovered laboratory tests together provide a more accurate diagnosis of many diseases than do physical examinations alone.
(B) Many physicians generally oppose insurance company regulations that, in order to reduce costs, limit the use of laboratory tests.
(C) Many patients who might benefit from the uncovered laboratory tests do not have any form of health insurance.
(D) There are some illnesses that experienced physicians can diagnose accurately from physicians examination alone.
(E) Laboratory tests are more costly to perform than are physical examinations.
I am unable to get this one. Pls help guys.
I believe it should be A.
Conclusion is denying coverage for laboratory tests decrease the quality of medical care provided to patients.
Thus assumption has to be A
deleted question
Source: Aristotle LSAT CR
Modern physicians often employee laboratory tests, in addition to physical examinations, in order to diagnose diseases accurately. Insurance company regulations that deny coverage for certain laboratory tests therefore decrease the quality of medical care provided to patients.
Which one of the following is an assumption that would serve to justify the conclusion above?
(A) Physical examinations and the uncovered laboratory tests together provide a more accurate diagnosis of many diseases than do physical examinations alone.
(B) Many physicians generally oppose insurance company regulations that, in order to reduce costs, limit the use of laboratory tests.
(C) Many patients who might benefit from the uncovered laboratory tests do not have any form of health insurance.
(D) There are some illnesses that experienced physicians can diagnose accurately from physicians examination alone.
(E) Laboratory tests are more costly to perform than are physical examinations.
I am unable to get this one. Pls help guys.
A:lookround:
At many colleges today, regulations have been imposed that forbid the use in speech or print of language that offends or insults the members of any group, especially women and racial, ethnic, and religious minorities. Although these regulations are defended in the name of democracy, they restrict freedom of speech and the press in a way that opposes the true spirit of democracy.
The argument above attempts to prove its case primarily by
(A) impugning the credentials of an opponent
(B) providing examples that support a theoretical principle
(C) taking advantage of inconsistencies in the definition of democracy
(D) revealing a contradiction in an opposing point of view
(E) appealing to the patriotic feelings of its audience
What should be the answer?
I feel C is also an equal contender. to me C and D both look right. But C looks stronger to me. I would go with C.
What is the answer ?
Source: Aristotle LSAT CR
Modern physicians often employee laboratory tests, in addition to physical examinations, in order to diagnose diseases accurately. Insurance company regulations that deny coverage for certain laboratory tests therefore decrease the quality of medical care provided to patients.
Which one of the following is an assumption that would serve to justify the conclusion above?
(A) Physical examinations and the uncovered laboratory tests together provide a more accurate diagnosis of many diseases than do physical examinations alone.
(B) Many physicians generally oppose insurance company regulations that, in order to reduce costs, limit the use of laboratory tests.
(C) Many patients who might benefit from the uncovered laboratory tests do not have any form of health insurance.
(D) There are some illnesses that experienced physicians can diagnose accurately from physicians examination alone.
(E) Laboratory tests are more costly to perform than are physical examinations.
I am unable to get this one. Pls help guys.
A is shouting itself as an answer 😃
Yeah A it is. I think i see the logic now.
These LSAT questions are driving me crazy
Source: Aristotle LSAT CR
Modern physicians often employee laboratory tests, in addition to physical examinations, in order to diagnose diseases accurately. Insurance company regulations that deny coverage for certain laboratory tests therefore decrease the quality of medical care provided to patients.
Which one of the following is an assumption that would serve to justify the conclusion above?
(A) Physical examinations and the uncovered laboratory tests together provide a more accurate diagnosis of many diseases than do physical examinations alone.
(B) Many physicians generally oppose insurance company regulations that, in order to reduce costs, limit the use of laboratory tests.
(C) Many patients who might benefit from the uncovered laboratory tests do not have any form of health insurance.
(D) There are some illnesses that experienced physicians can diagnose accurately from physicians examination alone.
(E) Laboratory tests are more costly to perform than are physical examinations.
I am unable to get this one. Pls help guys.
It is stated that insurance companies do not cover the physical examinations done by most physicians, as part of their diagnosis. As a result, quality of medical care goes down. When would this happen? Only if the examinations performed by the physicians were important for diagnosis! Hence, A.
Ans:
(E) the police cannot continue writing as many speeding tickets as ever while diverting resources to combating drug-related crime
More than a year ago, the city announced that police would crack down on illegally parked cars and that resources would be diverted from writing speeding tickets to ticketing illegally parked cars. But no crackdown has taken place. The police chief claims that resources have had to be diverted from writing speeding tickets to combating the citys staggering drug problem. Yet the police are still writing as many speeding tickets as ever. Therefore, the excuse about resources being tied up in fighting drug-related crime simply is not true.
The conclusion in the passage depends on the assumption that
(A) every member of the police force is qualified to work on combating the city's drug problem
(B) drug-related crime is not as serious a problem for the city as the police chief claims it is
(C) writing speeding tickets should be as important a priority for the city as combating drug-related crime
(D) the police could be cracking down on illegally parked cars and combating the drug problem without having to reduce writing speeding tickets
(E) the police cannot continue writing as many speeding tickets as ever while diverting resources to combating drug-related crime
Definitely E!
The new drug Prozac and the old one Elavil are about equally effective in treating various forms of depression, although patients on the newer drug may have slightly fewer side effects. Thus, revenue from the sale of the new drug is going to far exceed the revenue from the sale of the old drug.
All of the following statements weaken the conclusion of the argument above, EXCEPT:
(A) Elavil is also used as a powerful anti-emetic medicine.
(B) The Drug Control Authorities in six states have refused to allow the sale of Prozac till some more tests are carried out.
(3) Some side effects of Elavil are common to Prozac as well.
(D) Prozac is not recommended as an anti-depressant for diabetics and heart patients.
(E) The unit sale price of Elavil is higher than that of Prozac.
Advertisers are often criticized for their unscrupulous manipulation of peoples tastes and wants. There is evidence, however, that some advertisers are motivated by moral as well as financial considerations. A particular publication decided to change its image from being a family newspaper to concentrating on sex and violence, thus appealing to a different readership. Some advertisers withdrew their advertisements from the publication, and this must have been because they morally disapproved of publishing salacious material.
Which one of the following, if true, would most strengthen the argument?
(A) The advertisers switched their advertisements to other family newspapers.
(B) Some advertisers switched from family newspapers to advertise in the changed publication.
(C) The advertisers expected their product sales to increase if they stayed with the changed publication, but to decrease if they withdrew.
(D) People who generally read family newspapers are not likely to buy newspapers that concentrate on sex and violence.
(E) It was expected that the changed publication would appeal principally to those in a different income group.
puys for this questions awnser in mentioned in bold i am unable to get the reason why this should be awnser anybody who can come up with explanation i would be glad to know
the arguement is that advertisers must have withdrawn as they morally disapproved of these advertisements. C option supports this by saying profit would have been more if they had continued with the advertisements so the only reason could be that they morally disapproved these.
This is wht i think of it.
