LSAT Explanation PT 38, S1, Q7: Because people are generally better at
LSAT Question Stem
Which one of the following provides the best illustration of the principle above?
Logical Reasoning Question Type
This is a Parallel question.
Correct Answer
The correct answer to this question is D.
LSAT Question Complete Explanation
This is a Parallel Reasoning question, which means our task is to find the answer choice that most closely follows the principle provided in the passage. The principle states: "one should always have one's own work checked by someone else." Let's analyze each answer choice in relation to this principle.
Answer choice (A): This choice talks about the qualities of good elementary school math teachers, but it does not mention having one's work checked by someone else. Therefore, it does not illustrate the principle in the passage.
Answer choice (B): This choice discusses the effort needed to explain one's views to others. However, it does not mention having one's own work checked by someone else, so it does not illustrate the principle.
Answer choice (C): This choice involves the checking of work (juries evaluating lawyers' arguments), but it focuses on who is best suited to do the checking (experts or novices) rather than emphasizing the importance of having one's own work checked by someone else. Thus, it does not closely follow the principle in the passage.
Answer choice (D): This choice is the correct answer. It directly states that people should have their writing proofread by someone else, which aligns with the principle of having one's own work checked by others. Additionally, it provides a justification that matches the premise in the passage (other people are better at detecting errors).
Answer choice (E): This choice discusses ordering food for each other at a restaurant, which is not related to having one's own work checked by someone else. It does not illustrate the principle from the passage.
In conclusion, answer choice (D) provides the best illustration of the principle that one should always have one's own work checked by someone else, as it directly states that people should have their writing proofread by others and provides a justification that aligns with the passage's premise.