LSAT 112 | Section 3 | Logical Reasoning: Q1

LR Question 1 Explanation

QUESTION TEXT: Scientists agree that ingesting lead harms young children…

QUESTION TYPE: Paradox

PARADOX: Laws that order the removal of lead will lead to children ingesting more lead.

ANALYSIS: Three of the wrong answers don’t even talk about lead. And C can’t account for the increase.

The right answer explains that disturbing the lead will make it easier to ingest.

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1. This shows why we should be cautious with lead-free paints. But it doesn’t explain why removing lead causes more lead.
2. This doesn’t tell us anything about lead.
3. This still doesn’t explain why removing lead paint will increase the amount of lead children ingest.
4. CORRECT. If we disturb the lead then it is easier for children to ingest it, even if there is less lead in total.
5. Same as B. This tells us nothing about lead.