Flaw questions thankfully are some of the most straightforward questions on the LSAT. These are the ones where you're asked to pinpoint what's logically off with the argument provided. Here’s how you should go about it:
- Understand the Argument: Carefully read the stimulus to identify the main conclusion and the premises supporting it.
- Identify the Flaw: Determine what is wrong with the argument. Common flaws include assumptions, mistaken cause-and-effect, generalizations, and comparison errors.
- Prephrase the Flaw: Before looking at the answer choices, try to articulate in your own words what the flaw in the argument is. This can help you stay focused and not get confused by the answer choices.
- Evaluate Answer Choices: Read each answer choice carefully and compare it against your prephrased flaw. Eliminate choices that do not match or that describe something that is not present in the argument.
- Select the Best Answer: Choose the answer that most accurately describes the flaw in the argument. Be mindful of wording and specific details.
