LSAT 103 | Section 2 | Logical Reasoning: Q2

LR Question 2 Explanation

QUESTION TEXT: Once a child’s imagination becomes developed, a host of imaginary…

QUESTION TYPE: Principle

FACTS:

1. Children can use their imagination to create threats.
2. But they can also use their imagination to protect themselves against these threats.
3. Toys, for example, can become allies against monsters.

ANALYSIS: Kids are able to solve their own imaginary problems, using their imagination. It causes a problem, but provides a solution.

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1. This isn’t so. The imagination causes problems and provides a solution: toy allies.
2. CORRECT. The imagination solves the problems it creates. You imagine scary things, but also good things to fight the monsters.
3. We’re not told this. A child might understand the difference between a monster and a real-life threat, even if they’re frightened of both.
4. Actually, this passage shows that imagining allies may be a good way for children to address their fears.
5. Way too broad. Kids and parents have many problems apart from imaginary monsters.

Recap: The question begins with “Once a child’s imagination becomes developed, a host of imaginary”. It is a Principle question. Learn more about LSAT Principle questions in our guide to LSAT Logical Reasoning question types.