Core Argument

Cannot look back at the stimulus. From memory, write in as few words as possible. This trains you to internalize the argument rather than copy words.

Clearly note: Noun, Verb, Predicate

No referential phrasing (e.g., don't write "they" or "it" — use the actual noun)

Prediction

Framework (if recognizable):

Part to Whole
Gap: does the part represent the whole?
Cost vs. Benefit
Gap: are there hidden costs or overlooked benefits?
Correlation to Causation
Gap: reversed cause, third cause, coincidence
Other
Gap: identify the specific assumption
Keep in mind: These questions are not prediction-friendly. Spotting the gap is helpful, but don't get married to your phrasing.
Answer Choices

For each answer, complete the two-step test.

Answer Choice A
1. Is the answer choice relevant?
Could this apply to the context or premise? (Low bar — if not, move on.)
2. Does AC + Premise strengthen or weaken the Conclusion?
Combine the answer choice with the premise. More likely or less likely?
Answer Choice B
1. Is the answer choice relevant?
Could this apply to the context or premise? (Low bar — if not, move on.)
2. Does AC + Premise strengthen or weaken the Conclusion?
Combine the answer choice with the premise. More likely or less likely?
Answer Choice C
1. Is the answer choice relevant?
Could this apply to the context or premise? (Low bar — if not, move on.)
2. Does AC + Premise strengthen or weaken the Conclusion?
Combine the answer choice with the premise. More likely or less likely?
Answer Choice D
1. Is the answer choice relevant?
Could this apply to the context or premise? (Low bar — if not, move on.)
2. Does AC + Premise strengthen or weaken the Conclusion?
Combine the answer choice with the premise. More likely or less likely?
Answer Choice E
1. Is the answer choice relevant?
Could this apply to the context or premise? (Low bar — if not, move on.)
2. Does AC + Premise strengthen or weaken the Conclusion?
Combine the answer choice with the premise. More likely or less likely?
Final Selection

From remaining answers, select the one where AC + Premise has the strongest impact on the conclusion in the right direction.

Final Answer: