PrepIQ LSAT TEST REVIEW
Ultimate Exam
**Question 128.** A study finds that employees who take a brief, structured
meditation break twice a day report a 7 % increase in self-rated productivity. Which
of the following, if true, would most strengthen the conclusion that the meditation
breaks caused the productivity gain?
A) The study controlled for workload and sleep patterns.
B) Participants who did not meditate reported higher stress levels.
C) The meditation breaks were scheduled at the same times each day.
D) Productivity was measured using an objective performance metric.
E) The company’s overall profits rose by 3 % during the study period.
**Answer: D**
**Explanation:** An objective metric eliminates subjective bias, making it more
convincing that the observed productivity increase is linked to the meditation
breaks.
**Question 129.** In a passage about judicial review, the author argues: “When
courts interpret statutes, they must balance the literal text with legislative intent,
lest they become mere policy makers.” Which of the following best identifies the
author’s main point?
A) Courts should always follow the plain meaning of statutes.
B) Legislative intent is more important than statutory language.
C) Judicial interpretation requires a balance between text and purpose.
D) Courts are ill-suited to create public policy.
E) Statutes are often ambiguous.
**Answer: C**
**Explanation:** The author stresses the need for a balanced approach, not an
exclusive reliance on either text or intent.
**Question 130.** The argument states: “Because the city’s air-quality index
improved after banning diesel trucks, the ban should be expanded to all heavy-duty
vehicles.” Which of the following is a necessary assumption?
A) Diesel trucks were the primary source of pollution in the city.
B) Residents support the ban on diesel trucks.
