LSAT Explanation PT 36, S3, Q9: I agree that Hogan's actions resulted
LSAT Question Stem
Which one of the following most accurately expresses the conclusion of the argument?
Logical Reasoning Question Type
This is a Main Conclusion question.
Correct Answer
The correct answer to this question is C.
LSAT Question Complete Explanation
This LSAT problem presents an argument passage, and the question type is Main Point (MP). We are asked to identify the conclusion of the argument.
Let's analyze each answer choice:
Answer choice (A): The passage does acknowledge that Hogan fully realized his actions, and the author requests that "Hogan's actions not be wholly condemned." These statements go against the idea that Hogan should not be considered responsible for Winters's injuries. Therefore, this answer choice is incorrect.
Answer choice (B): The passage only mentions the robber in relation to Hogan's mistaken belief that Winters was the robber. There is no evidence in the passage to support the claim that the robber should be considered as responsible for Winters's injuries as Hogan. Thus, this answer choice is incorrect.
Answer choice (C): This answer choice is a paraphrase of the conclusion of the argument, which is that Hogan's actions should not be wholly condemned due to his mistaken belief about Winters's identity. This answer choice is correct.
Answer choice (D): While this statement is true according to the passage, it is not the main point of the argument. The author's main point is about whether Hogan's actions should be wholly condemned or not. This answer choice is incorrect because it fails to capture the main point.
Answer choice (E): Similar to answer choice (D), this statement is true according to the passage. However, it does not capture the main point of the argument, which is about the condemnation of Hogan's actions. Therefore, this answer choice is incorrect.
In conclusion, the correct answer choice is (C), as it accurately expresses the conclusion of the argument that Hogan's actions should not be completely blameworthy due to his mistaken belief about Winters's identity.