LSAT Explanation PT 33, S3, Q13: Editorialist: Some people argue that ramps

LSAT Question Stem

Which one of the following is most strongly supported by the editorialist's statements? 

Logical Reasoning Question Type

This is a Most Strongly supported question. 

Correct Answer

The correct answer to this question is E. 

LSAT Question Complete Explanation

In the passage, the editorialist discusses the argument that ramps and other accommodations for wheelchair users are unnecessary in certain business areas because those areas are not frequented by wheelchair users. The editorialist then counters this argument by stating that when ramps and accommodations are installed, wheelchair users come to those business areas to shop and work. The question type here is a Most Strongly Supported (MSS) question, which asks us to identify the statement that is most strongly supported by the editorialist's statements.

Let's analyze each answer choice:

a) Owners of business areas not frequented by wheelchair users generally are reluctant to make modifications.

While it might be tempting to choose this option, the passage does not provide information about the owners' reluctance. It only discusses the argument that accommodations are unnecessary and the observation that wheelchair users come when accommodations are installed.

b) Businesses that install proper accommodations for wheelchair users have greater profits than those that do not.

The passage does not discuss profits at all. It only mentions that wheelchair users come to shop and work when accommodations are installed.

c) Many businesses fail to make a profit because they do not accommodate wheelchair users.

Again, the passage does not discuss profits. It only mentions that wheelchair users come to shop and work when accommodations are installed.

d) Most businesses are not modified to accommodate wheelchair users.

The passage does not provide information about the majority of businesses. It only discusses certain business areas and the argument about the necessity of accommodations.

e) Some business areas are not frequented by wheelchair users because the areas lack proper accommodations.

This answer choice is most strongly supported by the editorialist's statements. The editorialist mentions that when ramps and accommodations are installed, wheelchair users come to the business areas. This implies that at least some business areas are not frequented by wheelchair users due to the lack of proper accommodations.

Therefore, the correct answer is (E).