LSAT Practice Test

Which indicator signals an additional premise in an argument?

1. Therefore

2. What's more

3. Owing to

4. In addition

The correct answer is: In addition

In this question, we are asked to identify the indicator that signals an additional premise in an argument. The correct answer is option D, "In addition." This indicator is commonly used to introduce a new premise or piece of evidence that supports the main argument or claim. When you see the phrase "In addition" in an argument, it typically indicates that the author is providing further support or information to strengthen their position. Options A, B, and C ("Therefore," "What's more," and "Owing to") are typically used to signal conclusions, transitions between ideas, or causal relationships rather than introducing additional premises. Instead of introducing new information like "In addition" does, these phrases are more likely to indicate a result, a continuation of a previous point, or the reason for a particular claim.