Chapter 10: Logical Flaw

Question 1

What are the two types of correct answers to GMAT CR “logical flaw” question types?

Answer 1

1. An answer that best describes a flaw found in the argument.
2. An answer that would weaken the flawed argument.

Question 2

What other CR question type are the “logical flaw” question type questions similar to and why?

Answer 2

These are advanced assumption questions because we need to address assumptions which are wrong to show that the argument is flawed.

Question 3

What is different about where we should focus on the CR “logical flaw” question type as opposed to other CR question types?

Answer 3

We analyze the structure of the argument in “logical flaw” questions.

Question 4

In what way is the CR “logical flaw” question type similar to other CR question types?

Answer 4

We do not bring in any new information. We are not weakening the argument but criticizing it.

Question 5

What are the 5 most common flaws in reasoning found in the CR “logical flaw” question types?

Answer 5

1. Errors in reasoning involving cause and effect
2. Overgeneralizing and making sampling errors
3. Confusion related to numbers.
4. Conclusions that are not supported by the evidence.
5. Confusing necessary or significant information with sufficient information

Question 6

What are the most common type of incorrect answers to the CR “logical flaw” question type?

Answer 6

1. Describe things the arguments do not do
2. Brings up things the argument does but are not flaws
3. Describe a flaw of the wrong conclusion
4. Bring up irrelevant mathematical information