LSAT 102 | Section 4 | Logical Reasoning: Q21

LR Question 21 Explanation

QUESTION TEXT: Sarah: Some schools seek to foster a habit of volunteering in their…

QUESTION TYPE: Method of Reasoning

CONCLUSION: Paul argues that sometimes, forced volunteering can lead to actual volunteering.

REASONING: Some people realize they like volunteering and decide to try it for themselves.

ANALYSIS: This is a good argument. Paul agrees that forced volunteering isn’t really volunteering. But it can sometimes lead to real volunteering, so it’s fair to say that the policy could be successful.

Paul adds new information that makes us

re-evaluate Sarah’s argument.

___________

1. Paul doesn’t say that Sarah uses a circular argument. He adds new information that makes us re-evaluate her argument.
2. Paul doesn’t say this. He just points out something Sarah ignores: sometimes forced volunteers become real volunteers.
3. CORRECT. Sarah assumes that no actual volunteering happens because of the policy. Paul proves her wrong, by pointing out that the policy makes some students try volunteering on their own.
4. Complete this sentence: “Paul says Sarah is motivated by ______”
5. Paul doesn’t mention any other policy. He disagrees with Sarah’s view on the policy she mentions.

Recap: The question begins with “Sarah: Some schools seek to foster a habit of volunteering in their”. It is a Method of Reasoning question. Learn how to master LSAT Method of Reasoning questions on the LSAT Logical Reasoning question types page.