LSAT 2 | Section 2 | Logical Reasoning: Q17

LR Question 17 Explanation

QUESTION TEXT: The advanced technology of ski boots and bindings…

QUESTION TYPE: Must be False

FACTS: Here is a summary of what we know:

1. We have a smaller rate (not necessarily number) of ski injuries that occur on the slopes.
2. As a result, a greater percentage of ski injuries now occur off the slopes.
3. These injuries are more likely if alcohol has been consumed.

ANALYSIS: We need something that directly contradicts one of the three facts listed above. Remember that we don’t know much about the number of injuries.

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1. This would be possible if a lot more people started skiing (even if the rate of accidents were lower.)
2. CORRECT. This is impossible. Better boot technology means that skiers are now less likely to be injured.
3. There’s no reason that this would be problematic. A more accurate test could change the percentages.
4. This is possible, just like A. We only know that the rate changed. We know nothing about the number of skiers or injured skiers.
5. This is plausible. You could be injured if skis fell on your head while you were shopping in a ski store.

Recap: The question begins with “The advanced technology of ski boots and bindings”. It is a Must be False question. Learn how to master LSAT MBF questions on the LSAT Logical Reasoning question types page.