LSAT (Current Format)

LSAT Preparation

Games are gone. Logical Reasoning does the heavy lifting, Reading Comprehension (RC) demands precision. We drill arguments like your file depends on it — because it does.

LSAT (Law School Admission Test)

Four 35-minute multiple-choice sections + LSAT Argumentative Writing (separately administered) · Score 120–180

Starting August 2024, Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) is removed. Scored sections: two Logical Reasoning + one Reading Comprehension, plus one unscored experimental section (Logical Reasoning (LR) or Reading Comprehension (RC)). Confirm at lsac.org.

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Path 1
I'm Starting Fresh

Current LSAT (no Games), then Overview. Know what you’re actually sitting for.

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Path 2
Self-Assess

Quiz → path for Logical Reasoning (LR) / Reading Comprehension (RC) focus and timeline. Arguments first; Games materials stay on the shelf.

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Path 3
I Need Practice Now

Drill Logical Reasoning (LR) or Reading Comprehension (RC) with custom prompts. Timed PrepTests (PTs) and blind review still rule.

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AI Prompts for Your Situation

Pick the tab that matches right now. Copy the full prompt, or open ChatGPT / Grok. Fill [brackets] with PrepTest scores and Logical Reasoning (LR) / Reading Comprehension (RC) miss tags. Official LawHub PrepTests are score truth; these prompts sharpen arguments between PrepTests (PTs) — they do not replace blind review.

Current LSAT Format Coach (Post-Games)

Best for: Students and parents who need accurate current-format facts

Accurate post-August 2024 structure: 2 Logical Reasoning (LR) + 1 Reading Comprehension (RC) + experimental — no Logic Games.

You are an expert LSAT coach for the CURRENT LSAT (August 2024+). Be accurate; if unsure, point to LSAC / LawHub.

CONTEXT
- Test date: [DATE OR “not scheduled”]
- Target score: [e.g., 165]
- Baseline PrepTest if known: [ ]
- Writing (Argumentative Writing) status: [done / not yet / unsure]

HARD CONSTRAINTS
1) Four 35-minute multiple-choice sections + LSAT Argumentative Writing (separate).
2) Scored: TWO Logical Reasoning + ONE Reading Comprehension.
3) ONE unscored experimental section (Logical Reasoning (LR) or Reading Comprehension (RC)) that can appear anywhere—treat every section as scored.
4) Analytical Reasoning / Logic Games REMOVED as of August 2024. Do not teach Games as primary prep.
5) Score scale 120–180. AI practice = skill tutor; LawHub PrepTests = score truth.
6) Digital interface: practice highlighting on LawHub when possible.

DELIVER
A) Printable 10-bullet format overview
B) What changed vs pre-Aug-2024 LSAT
C) First-week plan from zero
D) Three common myths (include Games myths)
E) 5 clarifying questions for me

Tone: precise, calm, no hype.

Long prompts are copied fully; if a chat link is too long, we copy the prompt and open a short paste instruction.

LSAT (Current Format) Primer

The LSAT is LSAC’s law-school admissions test—and still the only standardized exam accepted by all ABA-accredited U.S. law schools. LSAC’s job for the test is straightforward: help schools make sound admission decisions by assessing critical reading, analytical reasoning, logical reasoning, and persuasive writing—the skills that show up in first-year casework.

LSAC leans hard on the validity claim you should actually know: studies have consistently shown the LSAT to be the single best predictor of first-year law school performance, even better than undergraduate GPA. They also pitch it as the only admissions test that helps you pressure-test whether law school is the right path before you sink years and debt into it.

Starting August 2024, Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) is removed. Scored sections: two Logical Reasoning + one Reading Comprehension, plus one unscored experimental section (Logical Reasoning (LR) or Reading Comprehension (RC)). Confirm at lsac.org.

Format & Structure

  • Four 35-minute multiple-choice sections per test
  • Scored: two Logical Reasoning + one Reading Comprehension
  • One unscored experimental section (Logical Reasoning (LR) or Reading Comprehension (RC)) that can appear anywhere
  • Logic Games / Analytical Reasoning removed (August 2024+)
  • Score scale 120–180
  • LSAT Argumentative Writing administered separately (not part of MC score)
  • Question-level difficulty varies—pacing and skip discipline matter
  • Real PrepTests > imitation volume for score prediction

Scoring Benchmarks

150–154
Around median — build core Logical Reasoning (LR) process
160–164
Competitive for many schools — tighten Reading Comprehension (RC) + hard Logical Reasoning (LR)
170–180
Elite band — near-perfect process under time

Principles We Will Not Compromise On

  • Drill Logical Reasoning (LR) heavily—it is most of the scored test now.
  • Use official PrepTests timed; blind review thoroughly.
  • Don’t invest major time in Games materials for current tests.
  • Tag Logical Reasoning (LR) question families (assumption, flaw, strengthen, etc.).
  • AI tutors process; PrepTests prove scores.

Why Your LSAT Score Matters

  • LSAT is the best single predictor of first-year law school grades
  • Your score now is almost entirely Logical Reasoning and Reading
What to do next & sources →

LSAT FAQ & Jargon (Post-Games)

New to the current LSAT or still seeing Logic Games in old books? Straight answers and a jargon table — August 2024+ format. LawHub PrepTests are score truth; prompts here are the tutor layer between PTs.

Are Logic Games still on the LSAT?

No. Starting August 2024, Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) is not scored content. Scored multiple-choice volume is Logical Reasoning–heavy (two scored LR sections) plus one scored Reading Comprehension, plus one unscored experimental section that can be LR or RC. Stop primary Games drilling.

What is the experimental section?

An unscored section used for future test development. You will not know which section is experimental while testing — treat every section as real. Do not drop effort mid-test guessing this must be the experimental.

How is the LSAT scored?

120–180 scale from the scored multiple-choice sections. LSAT Argumentative Writing is administered separately and is not a multiple-choice section score. Official PrepTests on LawHub are the honest practice signal.

What is Logical Reasoning (LR)?

Short argument stimuli with questions (assumption, flaw, strengthen, weaken, inference, etc.). Two scored LR sections means most of your points live here — that is where hours should go for most students.

What is Reading Comprehension (RC)?

Longer passages with question sets. One scored RC section; experimental may also be RC. Precision and structure tracking beat vague read more advice.

What is LSAT Argumentative Writing?

A separately administered writing sample for law schools. It is not one of the four timed MC sections on test day in the same way. Follow LSAC’s current scheduling rules; still practice clear argument structure if your timeline allows.

What is score truth for the LSAT?

LSAC LawHub PrepTests under timed conditions. AI can explain misses and drill question types; it does not replace a PT score. After a PT, use the Score Plan prompt on this hub.

Can I use old prep books that include Games?

Yes for LR and RC chapters if the methods are still sound — skip or deprioritize Games chapters. Prefer current LawHub digital practice for interface and section mix. Our No Games prompt helps reallocate hours.

How do TestLessons prompts fit in?

Copy a hub tab, fill real PT scores and weak LR/RC types, run in a major assistant. Overview for format, No Games for post-2024 focus, Practice/Weak Area for drills. Site FAQ is product mechanics; this block is current LSAT literacy.

Is Khan Academy still official LSAT prep?

The old Khan Academy Official LSAT partnership is not something to treat as current primary official prep. Use LawHub and LSAC materials as the official core.

Jargon & Acronyms

Scan when a term shows up cold. Expand on first visit; short form is fine after.

Term Full Name / What Why It Matters
LSAT Law School Admission Test Law admissions exam from LSAC; post–Aug 2024 has no scored Games.
LSAC Law School Admission Council Owns the LSAT; LawHub and policies start here.
LawHub LSAC’s official digital practice platform PrepTests and interface practice — score truth.
LR Logical Reasoning Two scored sections for most testers — majority of MC points.
RC Reading Comprehension One scored long-passage section.
AR / Games Analytical Reasoning / Logic Games (retired scored) Not scored content from Aug 2024 — do not primary-train.
Experimental Unscored section (LR or RC) Unknown which one — treat all sections as real.
PT PrepTest Official practice exam form on LawHub.
120–180 LSAT score scale Reported from scored MC sections.
Argumentative Writing Separate LSAT writing sample Not a fourth MC section score; follow LSAC scheduling.
Stimulus The argument or passage text Read the claim structure before answer choices.
Assumption / Flaw Common LR question families Core skills for post-Games LR volume.
Tutor layer How we use AI here Prompts plan and drill; LawHub PTs own the number.
Digital LSAT Computer-based delivery Practice on LawHub, not only paper PDFs.
Section time 35 minutes per MC section Four MC sections in the standard sitting pattern — confirm current LSAC timing.
Post-Games LSAT after AR removal LR+RC focus; Games materials are legacy.

Product questions (free prompts, how copy/open works) live on the site FAQ. Format facts above track the current LSAT (Current Format) — verify on official sources if anything changes.

Not Sure How to Prep?

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Printable Primer

Format, score bands, and an 8-week skeleton you can print or save — then deepen with prompts and official practice.

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Content Areas

You already know which part is leaking points? Go there. Drill the wound, not the whole syllabus out of guilt.

Logical Reasoning

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Two scored Logical Reasoning (LR) sections (plus possible experimental LR). Arguments, assumptions, flaws, strengthen/weaken — the majority of the modern LSAT.

Reading Comprehension

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One scored Reading Comprehension (RC) section (plus possible experimental RC). Dense passages, comparative reading, inference discipline.

Books, Videos & Free Practice

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Official Sources

Format facts, timing, and scoring come from official specs — not rumor blogs:

Micro-Prompts for When You Already Know the Wound

Logical Reasoning (LR) Flaw Spotter

Give me 6 LSAT-style Logical Reasoning flaw questions with answer explanations focused on abstracting the flaw.

Reading Comprehension (RC) Structure Map

Passage: [PASTE]. Map structure, author view, and predict 3 trap answers.

Assumption Ladder

Write 5 sufficient/necessary assumption LR items with diagrams of the argument core.

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If medicine is on the table — or you just want our densest free clinics — start here. AAMC practice is score truth; these pages teach the method and the stack without burning full-lengths.