LR Question types

This set of flashcards covers essential terminology used in logical reasoning, focusing on how to analyze arguments.

Strengthen

Choose the answer that makes the argument more likely to be true.

Weaken

Choose the answer that makes the argument less likely to be true.

Necessary Assumption

What must be true for the argument to work.

Sufficient Assumption

An answer that guarantees the conclusion.

Flaw

Identify the reasoning error in the argument.

Inference (Must Be True)

What is definitely proven by the information given.

Most Strongly Supported

What is best supported by the passage, but not 100% proven.

Main Conclusion

Identify the author’s main point.

Role of a Statement

Identify what a specific sentence does in the argument.

Method of Reasoning

Describe how the argument is structured.

Parallel Reasoning

Find an argument with the same logical structure.

Parallel Flaw

Find an argument with the same flawed reasoning.

Principle (Apply)

Apply a general rule to a specific situation.

Principle (Identify)

Identify the rule that justifies the argument.

Paradox / Resolve the Discrepancy

Explain how two seemingly conflicting facts can both be true.

Evaluate the Argument

Identify what would help determine if the argument is strong or weak.