LSAT Practice Test

What term suggests contrast in the context of an argument?

1. Counter-premise Indicator

2. Counter-conclusion Indicator

3. Contradictory Inference

4. Conditional Indicator

The correct answer is: Counter-premise Indicator

In the context of an argument, a counter-premise indicator suggests contrast because it introduces a statement that goes against the main premise of the argument. This serves to challenge or weaken the argument by presenting an alternative viewpoint or evidence that contradicts the initial premise. Option B, counter-conclusion indicator, is not the correct answer because it would typically suggest a statement that contradicts the main conclusion of the argument, not a premise. Option C, contradictory inference, does not specifically indicate a contrasting premise within an argument, but rather refers to a statement that contradicts another statement or inference. Option D, conditional indicator, is not directly related to suggesting contrast within an argument. Conditional indicators are typically used to show a relationship of conditionality between different parts of an argument or statement.