No more logic games

Question

Now that the LSAT is removing logic games starting in August, what's the best way to study for logical reasoning and reading comprehension?

Answer 1

So there are multiple ways to study.

My recommendation would be to start with LR. It’s worth ~66% of the grade and, more importantly, lessons you learn in LR carry over to RC.

But before even that do an assessment. What do you already get? What do you struggle with? Do you have Sufficient and Necessary down? What about Quanitifiers? Graphing?

I tell all my students that, in my honest opinion, mastering Sufficient and Necessary, Quantifiers, and then basic graphing skills (IE A->B) are the three most important skills. If you add in test taking skills like Time Managment and Process of Elimination… well to be honest those are the easiest- and quickest- quick increases to your overall score you will get!

Master those and the rest will come. These are the foundation of the test itself.

Answer 2

Hi, Tuyen!

Given that logic games will no longer be on the LSAT, you are right that students should focus on logical reasoning and reading comprehension. The truth is that the best approach for each section varies from student to student. But a few general tips are helpful.

First, remember that the LSAT is testing your ability to analyze, evaluate, and make arguments. Don't miss the forest (the claims and structure of the argument) for the trees (minute details).

Second and on reading comprehension, the best way to gain the skill specific to this section is to read dense texts outside of the LSAT.

Finally, it is only through intense and deliberate practice that you can uncover the approach to each section that best fits you. I'd be more than happy to help you uncover that approach. Please do not hesitiate to reach out to schedule a chance to talk.