2020 was a year of unprecedented change, from test cancellations amid quarantine orders to the introduction of the LSAT Flex. In this strange year's final PodCast, Jon and Dave recap the past twelve months—highlighting the pivotal LSAT developments, good and bad—before previewing what 2021 has in store. Be sure to stick around until the episode's end, as they also offer a first-ever glimpse at several new prep projects currently in the works! … [Read more...]
Do I Need to Know Legal Terms to Do Well on the LSAT?
A common question most students ask themselves when deciding to take on the LSAT concerns the vocabulary the LSAT requires you to know to do well. Do you need an especially large vocabulary? Or perhaps a working knowledge of legal or logical terms? With this in mind, let's take a closer look and discover what you need to know before you take the LSAT.The good news is that most of the words you'll encounter on the LSAT are of the simple, … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 74: Guessing Strategy (To Guess or Not to Guess; There Is No Question)
Guessing on the LSAT is never ideal, but if you’re forced to it’s best to play the odds. In this episode Dave and Jon break down guessing strategy section by section, offering statistical suggestions to help you gain every possible point. … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 73: Student Question Mailbag #6
Jon and Dave are back with another round of student questions from the mailbag! In this episode they discuss the growing LSAT score bubble and its likely impact on school medians and admissions odds, the popularity of January and February and why you should consider both, when to write addenda (whether for scores, resume gaps, or legal missteps), how long LSAT skills tend to last, and more. … [Read more...]
10 Gifts to Get Your Law-Bound Loved One
Everyone loves a good pick-me-up, especially while in the throes of stressful college life and finals. For Law School bound students, the looming inevitability of taking the LSAT is likely heavy on their minds. An occasional reminder that they’ve "got this" is always appreciated! With the right tools and mindset, they’ll crush the LSAT and get into a great Law School.We’ve put together the Ultimate LSAT Care Package List to help you give the … [Read more...]
PowerScore PodCast Picks: Spotify Playlist
PowerScore LSAT PodCast listeners know that at the beginning of each episode Jon and Dave like to pick a song to set the scene, either pertaining to the main topic of the episode or what’s going on in the world that week. We recently compiled all of the song choices on Spotify, dating all the way back to the beginning, and we’re thrilled to present our new playlist: PowerScore PodCast Picks! This will be regularly-updated with each new episode’s … [Read more...]
The Best Way to Review LSAT Reading Comprehension Questions
There are many excellent resources that discuss how to review LSAT questions in general, but few discuss the best ways to specifically review Reading Comprehension questions. It can be tough to review a full passage and 5 to 8 questions, so let’s discuss what you should be doing.Understand the Passage This may seem rather obvious, but it’s often an overlooked part of Reading Comprehension review. Go back and re-read the passage, and as you … [Read more...]
Number and Percentage (#%) LR Problem Tips
Are you having trouble with Number and Percentage Logical Reasoning problems? You're not alone! Number and Percentage problems can be among the most difficult, so the fact that they are giving you some trouble isn't unusual. They are likely to appear at least a few times on your test, so you'll want to make sure you have these ideas locked down. Here are some helpful suggestions to improve your #% performance, and several examples to make the … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 72: Test Accommodations – The Inside Story
Testing accommodations are one of the LSAT’s most mysterious and misunderstood features, but not to worry: Dave and Jon are here to clear it all up! Whether you’re wondering if you qualify and what options might be available, how to apply without fear of getting denied, if law schools can spot accommodated applicants and how they’re treated, or what steps to take to ensure you receive exactly what you deserve on test day, Episode 72 has these … [Read more...]
How to Choose the Best LSAT Prep Option
At the beginning of any given student's LSAT prep journey, we commonly receive two questions:"How do I begin to prepare?" "How do I pick the prep option that's best for me?"In this post I’ll do my best to answer both of those questions.First, I'm obviously pretty biased when it comes to courses and prep in general. PowerScore is truly the industry leader when it comes to quality instruction and student results. For the purpose of … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 71: The November 2020 LSAT-Flex Review
The November Flex is in the books, and Jon and Dave are here to walk you through it! In this episode they discuss all things November, including connection issues people faced (and recommended next steps), the first appearance and key content of the test’s various sections, moments of standout difficulty, and finally their expected curves for every possible exam combination. … [Read more...]
Ballin’ on a Budget: Thrifting for Answers in Must Be True Questions
It would be nice to spend even a day with the deep pockets of Jeff Bezos. If hard-pressed, my Richie Rich fantasies could settle for the likes of a Richard Branson. However, I have learned the importance of staying within a limited budget. I am far more likely to be found shopping at Goodwill than at Gucci. But hey, that doesn’t rule out rocking a thrift store penguin suit to blend in with the locals in Antarctica. Staying within our budget … [Read more...]
LSAT Podcast Episode 70: The May 2020 LSAT-Flex Logic Games Section
In something of a surprise move, LSAC just released the only new test content of the year: a single exam form used for the May 2020 LSAT-Flex. Dave and Jon diligently worked through it and are here with everything you need to know, including a detailed analysis of its scoring scale and a comprehensive breakdown of all four Logic Games, from setups to key inferences to tricky questions and more! … [Read more...]
Crystal Ball Webinar: The November ’20-April ’21 LSAT Flex Tests
On November 2nd, Dave Killoran and Jon Denning hosted a special, free online Crystal Ball webinar where they analyzed recent LSAT trends and made predictions about what students will likely face on the November 2020-April 2021 tests. The goal of this session is to help attendees recognize the concepts and skills that will serve as the basis of their score—to highlight precisely what's most likely to appear, from guarantees to dark-horse, outlier … [Read more...]