Critical Reasoning Example #2
Summary
This lesson focuses on a critical reasoning problem, aiming to teach GRE exam takers how to weaken an argument by analyzing a specific scenario involving the wages of factory workers at Hamport Steelworks.
- The lesson begins with a presentation of a critical reasoning question, asking learners to identify which option would weaken the industry analyst's argument.
- An industry analyst argues that the revenue generated by factory workers could be redistributed to provide a more livable wage, despite the economic environment.
- The lesson dissects each answer choice, explaining why only one option effectively weakens the industry analyst's argument by highlighting the necessity of marketing expenses.
- It emphasizes the importance of understanding the logic behind each question and encourages watching video explanations for each question to grasp the underlying reasoning.
- The lesson concludes by reinforcing the value of analyzing each question's explanation, especially for difficult questions or those answered incorrectly.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Critical Reasoning
00:32
Analyzing the Argument
01:50
Dissecting Answer Choices
05:08
Identifying the Correct Answer
05:26
Lesson Recap and Advice