LSAT 2025: Essential Tips for Logical & Analytical Reasoning

Rahul Subuddhi
Aug 13
7 min read

So… You Want to Be the Next Legal Eagle?

Picture this: You, in a crisp blazer, sipping coffee while debating torts, contracts, and constitutional law like it’s weekend brunch gossip. Feels glamorous, right? Well, before you step into that courtroom or law school lecture hall, you have to face the LSAT (Law School Admission Test).

Yes, it’s challenging, yes, it will test your critical thinking, and no, you cannot bribe your way past it. Luckily, at Dr. Sourav Sir’s Classes, we transform LSAT prep from “stressful nightmare” into a strategic, structured process — with a few laughs sprinkled in.

What is the LSAT?

The LSAT is a standardized test required for admission to most law schools in the United States, Canada, and other countries. It evaluates essential skills for legal studies:

Logical Reasoning: Can you analyze arguments, spot assumptions, and identify weak links?
Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games): Think of puzzles, but with legal implications.
Reading Comprehension: Can you digest dense legal texts without nodding off?

Conducted by: Law School Admission Council (LSAC)Purpose: Law school admission worldwideMode: Online or test centersValidity: Scores valid for 5 years

LSAT Exam Structure

Section	Duration	Skills Tested
Logical Reasoning (2 sections)	35 min each	Argument analysis, inference, assumption identification
Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games)	35 min	Deductive reasoning, sequencing, grouping, matching
Reading Comprehension	35 min	Understanding complex texts, critical evaluation
Unscored / Experimental	35 min	Test evaluation
Writing Sample	35 min	Essay writing, structured argumentation (sent to schools)

Total Duration: ~3.5 hoursScore Range: 120–180

Why Take the LSAT?

Law School Admission Requirement: Most US & Canadian law schools require it.
Scholarship Opportunities: Higher scores can unlock financial aid.
Skills Showcase: Demonstrates critical thinking, problem-solving, and comprehension skills essential for law.

LSAT 2025 – Key Dates & Registration

Registration: Open year-round, slots fill quickly
Fee: ~$200
Mode: Online or in-person at test centers
Register at: LSAC.org
Tip: Book early to secure your preferred date.

Section-by-Section LSAT Prep Strategies

Logical Reasoning

What it Tests: Ability to evaluate and analyze arguments.
Common Question Types: Assumption, strengthen/weaken, inference, flaw identification.
Prep Tips:
1. Identify conclusions & premises first.
2. Practice spotting logical fallacies.
3. Summarize arguments in your own words.

Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games)

What it Tests: Deductive reasoning, organization, and sequencing.
Prep Tips:
1. Draw diagrams & tables for every game.
2. Practice grouping, matching, and sequencing exercises.
3. Time yourself; pacing is key.

Reading Comprehension

What it Tests: Ability to understand and analyze complex texts.
Prep Tips:
1. Read actively; underline main ideas.
2. Summarize each paragraph mentally.
3. Practice law-related passages to mimic exam content.

Writing Sample

What it Tests: Structured argumentation, organization, and clarity.
Prep Tips:
1. Practice essay templates for time efficiency.
2. Focus on clear logic and persuasive argument.
3. Though unscored, law schools review this for insight into your reasoning skills.

Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Study Plan

Daily (2–3 hours):

1 hour Logical Reasoning drills
30 mins Reading Comprehension practice
30 mins Analytical Reasoning exercises
30 mins review mistakes

Weekly:

Full-length timed section practice
Essay writing for the Writing Sample
Identify weak areas and adjust study plan

Monthly:

Take at least 1 full-length practice LSAT
Analyze scores and trends
Adjust prep focus based on performance

Common LSAT Myths – Busted

❌ “Only geniuses can score 170+.” False — strategy and practice beat raw intelligence.❌ “You can cram last minute.” Nope — consistent practice wins.❌ “Logic games are impossible.” Tricky but solvable with patterns & practice.

How Dr. Sourav Sir’s Classes Can Help You Ace the LSAT

Customized Study Plans tailored to your strengths & weaknesses.
Live Doubt-Clearing Sessions so no question stays unanswered.
Real LSAT Simulations to make test day familiar.
Performance Tracking to measure progress and identify weak areas.

Visit: https://www.souravsirclasses.com/ to start your LSAT journey today.

20 Sample LSAT MCQs with Explanations

Logical Reasoning Sample:

All lawyers are intelligent. Some lawyers are not rich. Which conclusion is valid?
a) Some intelligent people are not rich
b) All intelligent people are rich
c) No lawyer is rich
Answer: a) Some intelligent people are not rich
If every law student studies logic, and John studies logic, can we conclude John is a law student?
Answer: No, studying logic doesn’t imply law student.

(…continue for 18 more questions spanning all LSAT sections, fully explained)

Tips to Stay Mentally and Physically Fit During LSAT Prep

Sleep 7–8 hours per night
Eat brain-boosting foods
Take short breaks between study sessions
Meditate or do light exercise to reduce stress

Final Words

The LSAT is not just a test; it’s your first real legal battlefield. Treat it as your first major legal case — prepare strategically, manage time wisely, and think critically. With Dr. Sourav Sir’s Classes, law school dreams are within reach. Logical Reasoning (10 Questions)

1. All lawyers are intelligent. Some lawyers are not rich. Which conclusion is valid?

a) Some intelligent people are not rich

b) All intelligent people are rich

c) No lawyer is rich

Answer: a) Some intelligent people are not rich

Explanation: Some lawyers are not rich, and all lawyers are intelligent → therefore, some intelligent people are not rich.

2. If every law student studies logic, and John studies logic, can we conclude John is a law student?

a) Yes

b) No

Answer: b) No

Explanation: Studying logic doesn’t necessarily mean John is a law student. The statement only says law students study logic, not vice versa.

3. Some judges are strict. All strict people follow rules. Which statement is true?

a) Some judges follow rules

b) All judges are strict

c) No judge follows rules

Answer: a) Some judges follow rules

Explanation: Some judges are strict, and all strict people follow rules → therefore, those judges follow rules.

4. If it rains, the court session is postponed. The session was not postponed. What can be concluded?

a) It rained

b) It did not rain

c) Cannot conclude

Answer: b) It did not rain

Explanation: If raining → postponed. Session was not postponed → it didn’t rain.

5. Every law school requires an LSAT score. Harvard requires an LSAT score. Which of the following is true?

a) Harvard is a law school

b) LSAT is optional for Harvard

c) Harvard has no requirement

Answer: a) Harvard is a law school

Explanation: Only law schools require LSAT. If Harvard requires LSAT, it must be a law school.

6. Most lawyers are diligent. Some diligent people work long hours. Which conclusion is correct?

a) Some lawyers work long hours

b) All lawyers work long hours

c) No lawyer works long hours

Answer: a) Some lawyers work long hours

Explanation: “Most” and “some” statements → partial overlap implies possibility that some lawyers work long hours.

7. If a student is admitted, then they submitted a completed application. Mark did not submit a completed application. Can Mark be admitted?

a) Yes

b) No

Answer: b) No

Explanation: Admitted → completed application. If Mark did not submit → cannot be admitted.

8. No lawyers are lazy. Some students are lawyers. Which conclusion follows?

a) Some students are not lazy

b) All students are not lazy

c) No student is lazy

Answer: a) Some students are not lazy

Explanation: Some students are lawyers, and no lawyer is lazy → therefore, those students (who are lawyers) are not lazy.

9. Every law firm follows ethics guidelines. A firm violates ethics. What can be concluded?

a) It is not a law firm

b) It is a law firm

c) Cannot conclude

Answer: a) It is not a law firm

Explanation: All law firms follow ethics. If violated → not a law firm.

10. If the judge approves, the contract is valid. The contract is valid. Can we conclude the judge approved?

a) Yes

b) No

Answer: b) No

Explanation: Valid contract may result from other factors. The statement is conditional one-way (judge approval → valid), not bi-directional.

Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games – 5 Questions)

Scenario: Four law students (A, B, C, D) must present in order. A must present before C. D presents last.

11. Who can present second?

a) A

b) B

c) C

Answer: b) B

Explanation: D is last, A before C → possible order: A, B, C, D. B can be second.

12. Which sequence is valid?

a) C, A, B, D

b) A, C, B, D

c) B, A, C, D

Answer: c) B, A, C, D

Explanation: D last, A before C. Sequence B, A, C, D satisfies constraints.

13. Who must present before C?

a) A only

b) B only

c) A or B

Answer: a) A only

Explanation: Only A is constrained to be before C.

14. Can C present first?

a) Yes

b) No

Answer: b) No

Explanation: A must present before C → C cannot be first.

15. If B presents first, which order is possible?

a) B, A, C, D

b) B, C, A, D

c) B, D, A, C

Answer: a) B, A, C, D

Explanation: A must be before C and D is last → only option is B, A, C, D.

Reading Comprehension (5 Questions)

Passage Summary: The LSAT passage discusses the influence of precedent on modern law, arguing that past cases shape judicial decisions, but flexibility exists for social changes.

16. According to the passage, precedent:

a) Has no influence on modern law

b) Shapes judicial decisions

c) Restricts judges completely

Answer: b) Shapes judicial decisions

Explanation: Passage states that precedent guides decisions but allows flexibility.

17. Flexibility in precedent means:

a) Judges can ignore previous cases entirely

b) Judges can adapt rulings to new social contexts

c) Judges cannot modify interpretations

Answer: b) Judges can adapt rulings to new social contexts

18. The author’s tone is: