LSAT Question Types
Every question format explained with tips and strategies to maximize your score.
Overview
The LSAT is a standardized test used by US and Canadian law schools. As of August 2024, the Logic Games (Analytical Reasoning) section was permanently removed — the current LSAT has 2 scored Logical Reasoning sections, 1 Reading Comprehension section, an unscored variable section, and a 35-minute LSAT Writing essay taken separately. Scores range from 120 to 180 and remain valid for 5 years.
Question Types
Assumption
Identify an unstated premise the argument needs.
Strategies
- ✓Use the Negation Test — negate the answer; if the argument collapses, it's correct
- ✓Pre-phrase the gap before reading options
- ✓Watch for sufficient vs necessary language
Flaw
Identify the logical error in an argument.
Strategies
- ✓Learn the common flaw types (ad hominem, correlation/causation, etc.)
- ✓Flaws are descriptive — match the pattern, not the content
- ✓Extreme answers are usually wrong
Strengthen/Weaken
Find the answer that most supports or undermines the conclusion.
Strategies
- ✓Identify conclusion first
- ✓Ignore out-of-scope info
- ✓Think 'which would affect the gap between evidence and conclusion?'
Inference (RC)
What can be logically deduced from the passage?
Strategies
- ✓Stick tightly to text evidence
- ✓Avoid answers making claims beyond the passage
- ✓Prefer modest phrasing ('some', 'may')
General Strategies
- 1.Take a timed diagnostic before starting prep — know your baseline.
- 2.Focus on Logical Reasoning first — it's half your score.
- 3.Drill question type by question type before mixing.
- 4.Review every wrong AND every 'guessed right' answer.
- 5.Take 1 timed full-length PT per week in the last 6 weeks.