Kaplan LSAT 180, 2006-2007 (Kaplan Lsat 180)
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
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  • Okay book for practice
  • Exactly What The Title Says
Kaplan LSAT 180, 2006-2007 (Kaplan Lsat 180)
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ASIN: 0743279360

Book Description

The challenging practice and proven strategies you need to get a perfect score on the LSAT.

Rest assured, everything you need to achieve your ambitious goals on the LSAT is in this book. No long-winded lessons -- just what you need to achieve an optimum score.

This advanced guide includes:

The Toughest Questions

Hundreds of difficult practice questions with detailed answer explanations,

to build speed and accuracy

The Most Effective Logic Games Tactics

Focused approaches to the hardest Logic Games you'll see on the LSAT

Powerful Reading Comprehension Strategies

Methods for every type of passage and question you'll encounter in Reading Comprehension

Top-Scoring Logical Reasoning Technique

In-depth coverage of every Logical Reasoning question type you'll see on the LSAT and the best way to tackle it

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Horrible book.......2007-05-24

Don't waste your money on this book! Kaplan makes it sound like anyone can get a 180 on the LSAT, and the truth is, it is highly unlikely that you will. The logic games are not reflective of the ones on the actual LSAT.

Get the books by Powerscore, such as the Logic Games Bible, instead.

5 out of 5 stars Buy This Book.......2007-05-19

These questions are HARD! However, they give you an opportunity to learn the weaknesses of your analytical strategies. Try not to get discouraged when you get 40% of the questions wrong. These questions are much harder than the ones on the real LSAT, but that should not deter you from studying with this book. You will learn a lot when you are done with this thing. Buy it.

5 out of 5 stars This book can save you $1200.......2007-02-22

If you do well on standardized tests, don't waste money on a prep course. This along with several books of real LSATs are all you need to score the points that will differentiate you from a top 3 school candidate from a top 20. No, these aren't real LSAT questions but they're the only fake ones worth your while. Why waste your study time answering questions you always get right? Sit down with these, then take the old LSATs and they'll seem easy.

3 out of 5 stars Okay book for practice.......2007-01-11

I am using this book as well as some real LSAC issue prep tests right now for the Feb LSAT. Sometimes these questions seem a little different from the ones in my prep tests, but not a big problems for me. I like that this book has background advice, unlke the preptests. The section on analytical reasoning is more complete then my other Kaplan book. I still need help with analytical reasoning, I am going to try the games-only books and see if they can get me about the 70% level that I score right now.

5 out of 5 stars Exactly What The Title Says.......2007-01-04

This book is more for those further along in their LSAT studies, than beginners. Pretty useful stuff and good practice (if you don't mind getting owned).
Kaplan LSAT 180 2007-2008 (Kaplan Lsat 180)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Not for beginers
  • This is the only Kaplan book I would recommend...
Kaplan LSAT 180 2007-2008 (Kaplan Lsat 180)
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ASIN: 1419550977

Book Description

Kaplan LSAT 180, 2007-2008 features:

*Hundreds of the toughest practice questions with strategic answer explanations

*Strategies for every question type on the Logic Games, Logical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension sections of the LSAT

*Focused practice sets containing the hardest Logic Games questions

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Not for beginers.......2007-10-20

Kaplan's LAST 180 contains the most difficult questions and answers that are explained well. However, this book is not for beginners, if your looking for something just to get started this book is probably not for you.

5 out of 5 stars This is the only Kaplan book I would recommend..........2007-05-16

I'm not a fan of Kaplan. Their LSAT books and technique are not that great. I would not recommend the Kaplan LSAT Comprehensive nor the Kaplan Logic Games. Instead, I would recommend Princeton Review's Cracking the LSAT instead of the former and Get Prepped's Ace the LSAT Logic Games in place of the latter. However, the Kaplan LSAT 180 is better its Princeton Review adversary, the LSAT Workout.

LSAT 180 provides detailed explanations and some advice for advanced LSAT problems, unlike the LSAT Workout. I'm not saying that I wouldn't recommend the LSAT Workout. Honestly, I think that the LSAT Workout has the most difficult yet accurate LSAT simulation questions out there. But, I think the LSAT Workout is for people who have already mastered the LSAT and are looking to polish up their score. In other words, they are scoring 165-170, but are trying to get closer to that 99th percentile.

The LSAT 180 is for people who have already done beginner test prep books and want some intermediate/advanced questions to work on. I really hated doing this book. I don't know if it was the presentation of the material or the way some of the questions were too out there. But, there explanations are a lot better than the LSAT Workout. But, I think after doing this book along with others (I've done Princeton Review's Cracking the LSAT and the LSAT Workout, along with the Kaplan Comprehensive Program and the Kaplan Logic Games), I understand how to do all types of LSAT questions and am a lot my accuracy has definitely improved. Now, I'm working on speed, and for that, I just take the PrepTests on real time conditions.

I also bought Barron's How to Prepare for the LSAT, Nova's Master the LSAT, and Get Prepped's Ace the LSAT Logic Games. The only one I would recommend is Ace the LSAT Logic GAmes. Barron's is too basic and doesn't really provide you with anything that you already didn't know or could have looked up on Wikipedia. Master the LSAT is also basic and provides a lot of explanations. I think its like the PowerScore Bibles in that it uses real LSAT questions and explains the best techniques to use. I think Master the LSAT is a good book if Cracking the LSAT didn't really get through to use. I would rank Master the LSAT 2nd place in the best beginner book for LSAT prep (Cracking the LSAT would be 1st.)

So, to sum it up, these are the books I would recommend along with the order:

1) Cracking the LSAT

Was the book sufficient for you to move from beginner to intermediate?
(If yes, go to 2. If not, do Master the LSAT, then go to 2.)

2) LSAT 180

Are you still having trouble with logic games?
(If no, go to 3. If yes, do Ace the LSAT Logic Games, then go to 3.)

3) LSAT Workout

4) PrepTests


I think that everyone has to find their own groove in this LSAT Prep thing. I like the Princeton Review. They provide a down to earth method that really works. Kaplan's method is ok. I think most people might find the methods almost exactly the same, so I guess it doesn't matter. But, Princeton Review better explains stuff; however, Kaplan has better questions. Honestly, I don't think it's fair to compare the two since both have a higher score guarantee, and they both will help you tremendously.
Kaplan LSAT 180, 2005-2006 (Kaplan Lsat 180)
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • It is good for....
  • Extra Material for Studying
  • Get Real PrepTest Questions
  • preparing for LSAT
  • Advanced Prep? Only the practice questions pass muster.
Kaplan LSAT 180, 2005-2006 (Kaplan Lsat 180)
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ASIN: 0743265297
Release Date: 2005-03-15

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars It is good for...........2006-09-20

This book is likely to be unhelpful to a lot of people...
The logical reasoning sections are fragmented in an unhelpful manner and moreover, the structure of the questions is nowhere near as succinct as the real questions on the LSAT.Admittedly, this book has some good logic game problems and decent solutions for them. If you want a decent lsat book with a variety of problems, then buy this used/barely used here for $10-12 but realize beforehand that you will not be getting one of the better books on the market.

4 out of 5 stars Extra Material for Studying.......2005-11-28

LSAT 180 is interesting in that it is supposed to be more difficult than regular LSAT questions but is also intended to help improve your LSAT taking-skills. The questions are difficult but all they aren't perfect.

The Logic Games seem reasonably similar to LSAT games, the main difference being the amount of space they take up on the page. The Logical Reasoning questions felt pretty far afield from real test questions. Finally Reading Comprehension was more similar to a real RC section than the LR questions but not quite as close as the games. Games are the real winner in this book.

I wouldn't recommend this book for regular LSAT studying but it's not a bad idea if you run out of regular LSAT material.

3 out of 5 stars Get Real PrepTest Questions.......2005-09-20

As one of the other reviewers pointed out, the questions used for prep in this book are very different from the actual LSAT questions that you'll be tested on. Not only are the style of writing and the format of the questions different in LSAT 180 than on an actual LSAT exam, but also, an equally persuasive case could be made for more than one of the answer choices in some of LSAT 180's Kaplan-created questions. The same isn't true on an actual LSAT exam (or is very rarely true) because once the subtleties of actual PrepTest questions are mastered, there is almost always a clearly superior answer. On LSAT 180, I found myself unconvinced in several instances by Kaplan's explanations as to why their preferred answer choice was superior to one of the other answer choices available. This never happens on a real LSAT PrepTest once you have grasped the stimulus and the question stem, with all their subtleties.

4 out of 5 stars preparing for LSAT.......2005-08-18

LSAT 180 is an alright book. It is certainly helpful in preparation for the LSAT; however, there is a dozen of mistakes in the book. Even though the majority of them are simply typos, there are 4-5 mistakes that interfere with the understanding of explanations. Since I'm not sure if there are LSAT books free of typos, I would recommend to consider Kaplan LSAT 180 anyway.

3 out of 5 stars Advanced Prep? Only the practice questions pass muster........2005-08-18

I bought this book with the "Big Fat Genius Guide to LSAT Logic Games." I found the latter to be indispensable, but this book was not as helpful as I hoped. I think the practice questions they give are useful, once you know everything that you need to about how to work the problems, but they don't give enough information on how to approach these difficult problems. I recommend this book for the practice questions alone, since getting all the answers in some of the logic games gives you a huge confidence boost and, as another reviewer pointed out, make the questions on other practice exams seem easy.

Do not buy this book alone. Purchase some other study guide to use in conjunction, especially if this is your first time studying for the LSAT. You must understand basic and intermediate level logic before you can use this book, since it is geared specifically for advanced students. Also, be sure to buy one of the "Actual LSAT" test books. This allows you to get comfortable with timed tests and helps you recognize the verbiage and style that the LSAT test writers are so famous for.

I rated this book three stars only because I think the practice questions make it a worthwhile purchase.

(Just in case you are wondering what book will help you with your logic games... see my review for "Big Fat Genius Guide to Logic Games." Five Stars.)
Kaplan LSAT 180
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Unlike any real question
  • Questions not really the flavor of those on the real LSAT.
  • Very Helpful!
  • A Wasted Effort
  • I would give this book zero stars if I could
Kaplan LSAT 180
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ASIN: 0743224353

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Think a 180 is out of the question?
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Kaplan's LSAT® 180 provides the extra tactics and advanced practice you need to get the absolute maximum score. Using this book with the practice tests and intensive review of Kaplan's bestselling LSAT® guide, you can get the perfect score.

TOUGHEST QUESTIONS
Practice with " high-octane" questions -- the toughest you'll face on the test -- and get comprehensive explanations, plus tips and techniques for answering them quickly and accurately.

HARDEST CONCEPTS
Target your review with focused practice sets containing the hardest Logic Games questions you'll find on the LSAT®.

STRONGEST STRATEGIES
Take apart the most complicated questions with Kaplan's powerful strategies for every question type on the Logic Games, Logical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension sections of the LSAT®. You'll learn how to get the most points in the least amount of time.


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Think a 180 is out of the question? Think again. Kaplan's LSAT® 180 provides the extra tactics and advanced practice you need to get the absolute maximum score. Using this book with the practice tests and intensive review of Kaplan's bestselling LSAT® guide, you can get the perfect score. TOUGHEST QUESTIONS Practice with ""high-octane"" questions -- the toughest you'll face on the test -- and get comprehensive explanations, plus tips and techniques for answering them quickly and accurately. HARDEST CONCEPTS Target your review with focused practice sets containing the hardest Logic Games questions you'll find on the LSAT®. STRONGEST STRATEGIES Take apart the most complicated questions with Kaplan's powerful strategies for every question type on the Logic Games, Logical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension sections of the LSAT®. You'll learn how to get the most points in the least amount of time. Comprehensive LSAT® Preparation! For a complete review and four practice tests, look for Kaplan's LSAT® guide with CD-ROM wherever books are sold! Sign up for the Law School Edge. Tap into Kaplan's expertise with the Law School Edge, our free e-newsletter. Filled with admissions tips, the latest LSAT® and career news, important reminders, study aids, and more, the Law School Edge is an excellent resource for critical law school admissions information. Subscribe today at kaptest.com/law Test Prep, Admissions and Guidance. For life. Kaplan has helped more than 3 million students achieve their educational and career goals. With 185 centers and more than 1,200 classroom locations throughout the United States and abroad, Kaplan provides a full range of services, including test preparation courses, admissions consulting, programs for international students, professional licensing preparation, and more. For more information, contact us at 1-888-KAP-TEST or visit kaptest.com (AOL Keyword: kaplan).

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Unlike any real question.......2004-08-30

I've used this book for a week, and I've found numerous weak points in this so-called book for advanced students.

The weakest part of the book is that it does not use any real question -- all of the questions in that book are "imagined" by kaplan staff who will never have a chance to write a real question for a real test.

Among all the dissimilarities of three types of questions, LR questions have the most similar materials to the real ones, because kaplan staff did not invent any "new" types of those lr questions. They just changed contents in real questions without ruining the overall logical structures.

Games questions are so ridiculous that you will never have one-millionth chance to see any of SIMILAR ones even if you take the lsat in the rest of your life( let's say 50 times). They are out of scope of real questions.

For reading, they excerpted some philosophy essays or so called plain tough articles from law documents or academic research magazines. They call those articles hard because no layman can possibly understand it without any peripheral assistance. That is totally opposite to LSAC reading principle that you do not need any further assistance to understand the passages. Those passages in the book are not similar to the real ones not only in contents, but also in strutures. They usually do not contain any argumentative elements which prevail in real ones.

I did not raise my practice score after I had finished this book. Instead, I raised my practice score from 165 to 175 after I had gone over all the tests I had done.

Therefore, I think if you really wanna achieve a high-170's in the real one, you should focus on real tests only. Kaplan will waste time of any high-score achiever.

3 out of 5 stars Questions not really the flavor of those on the real LSAT........2004-06-15

The book gets an E for effort, but the questions are lacking in flavor from what you'll see on an actual LSAT.

For example, in many of the questions in the games section, you can solve the entire question by appealing to only one of the rules of the game. This is a rarity on the LSAT, and certainly doesn't make for a particularly hard quetion. Much more often, you'll have to combine several clues, and the complexity of the deduction is what makes for a hard question.

Another example -- In the arguments sections, a key feature on the LSAT is the verbatim repeating of several key phrases from the passages to the answer questions -- it is this key rephrasing that greatly helps in choosing the right answer among several answer choices that appear to be of similar quality. This book is, in some cases, much looser with how it repeats phrases, which loses the LSAT flavor, and also makes the arguments questions hard, but not for the same reason that the hard LSAT questions are hard.

The techniques given in the book are all valid, but on the other hand, they're not earth-shattering, and the likely audience of the book (those that would already score at least in the mid 160s or higher) probably already have a good grasp of them.

This book, therefore, probably won't get you from the 165-170 range to the near-180 range. You're better off getting one of the Official LSAT books with explanations (these are good because it gives you insight into how the test-makers think) -- or Kaplan's 2 LSAT's explained. Even though a top-flight test taker won't miss more than a dozen or so questions in the first place (thus limiting the set of explanations that actually would tell you something you didn't already know in the first place), it gives you a set of explanations for the tough questions from which you can derive tactics for getting these quesitons right on test day.

4 out of 5 stars Very Helpful!.......2004-04-23

I took Kaplan's LSAT course, and the instructor actually recommended this book to the class, which really got my attention because I was bored in the class (I was ahead of most of the students there as far as understanding the basic material the course teaches). But because of many of the negative reviews written here on the book, I decided not to buy it. I kept practicing on real LSAT questions and tests and eventually reached a point, particularly on Logical Reasoning, where I felt stuck. I knew I didn't want a 180 (mainly because I probably wouldn't get one anyway), but I knew the purpose of this book was really not necessarily literally to get a 180 from it but to help push your score as high as it could go! After having some people continue to recommend the book to me to help me out of my rut, I decided to order it.

I received this book and immediately started studying the Logical Reasoning section (this review is mainly going to pertain to this section because I really didn't need help with the others!). Based on my studying, here's what I believe:

Most of the people who complain about this book are either just Kaplan haters (and there are quite a few who really just hate Kaplan even if they have limited or no experience with it)...or are basically complaining due to the Logic Games section (which is the section most people seem to have a problem with/want to strengthen their skills on and, thus, look for supplemental materials on)...or are people who seriously bought into the title literally. If you're already scoring in the 170's, I really don't see what this book (or any book) can do for you, and, to me, there's nothing wrong with that. If you're in the 160's, you're missing enough questions for the book to possibly be of some use...but it depends on what you need help with.

The questions in the Logic Games section that I have studied honestly didn't seem too bad in terms of how much they differ from the real questions or being impossibly hard. My take on if you are looking for something for Logic Games is that if you don't want to spend time doing problems that are unlike the ones on the LSAT (like the rare/outdated ones) or are too hard, then you probably don't need to buy this book. I mean, the point of this book IS to do some really, really tough questions--don't buy the book, then complain when it delivers just that. If that's not what you want, or if you are solely looking for a book that will help you master the Logic Games section, you might be better off checking out Powerscore's "Logic Games Bible."

As for the Logical Reasoning section, I think the book is great. I don't see how the questions differ too drastically or are impossibly hard here, either. In fact, I felt like the questions in this section were basically like the hardest ones you actually do see on the Logical Reasoning sections. I did miss some questions, but reading the explanations and the tips they offered proved very helpful to me because questions that were similar in structure did show up subsequently in the book and on practice tests I took (not to mention I immediately recognized that these questions were like ones I had done and found difficult on practice LSAT's before). Other times, I looked at questions and thought, "They think THIS is a hard question??" I guarantee that if you study this book (the LR section, at least), you will think that at some point...and it will make you feel good, which is what many people told me--at the very least, this book helps by building confidence!

This book DOES give tips that other books tend to leave out. And what they do is anticipate the types of Logical Reasoning questions that students usually consider the hardest and present those for you to do...then give techniques for handling them, basically, when they explain the correct and incorrect answers. I agree with the question types they mainly focus on--Formal Logic (mainly in the form of Inference questions), Parallel Reasoning, Statistics/Numbers, Surveys/Studies and then a mixture of questions from all other categories (but the ones that tend to be of the tougher variety in those categories). But, for example, on the Formal Logic sections, you kind of already need to being fairly knowledgeable on formal logic to have any kind of chance at these or, even, some of the Parallel Reasoning questions! This is where studying more basic guides beforehand like Nova's "Master the LSAT" comes into play!

I like that the Reading Comprehension section of this book presents a chapter devoted to the Science passages, as, again, the writers have correctly anticipated that these are the type that freak a lot of students out the most. Again, I didn't pay a lot of attention to this section because what I really needed was something for Logical Reasoning, but I believe that this book definitely has something to offer to those having trouble with RC, as not only does it present Science passages but also those kinds of passages that are difficult solely by being boring or complex through language/topic despite not being Science passages.

Honestly, if you need help and are stuck, you have nothing to lose by giving this book a try. I was desperate and decided to try it despite bad reviews, and I'm glad I did. If you do happen to be one of those people who feels this book has ruined your score or thinking, you can probably get back into your normal groove by working on practice tests from LSAC before taking the real thing! As far as the money goes, you can always just sell it to someone and get some of your money back!

1 out of 5 stars A Wasted Effort.......2004-01-05

In training for the LSAT, I used only official preptests sold by LSAC. Many reviewers recommended studying multiple books, like those available by Kaplan or Princeton Review. I have found that Kaplan and other study aides add to the confusion many test takers experience, and Kaplan even admits that its study guides do not help 40% of those who buy the books.

If you want to do well on the LSAT, this is the way to study:

Your first purchase should the 10 More Actual, Official LSAT PrepTests. The PrepTest book will give several of real LSATs to take, though without question analysis. All of the answers are given, but they are not explained. I find this to be a bonus, because I believe that a test taker can learn more from figuring out why the answer is what is, instead of just going by the problematical answers Kaplan gives. Kaplan's answers have a tendency to be too long and lack an accurate answer. It is similar to when a person is talking but they are not really saying anything.

Just getting used to taking the test is the most important part of the preparation process. If you finish all ten tests, get the older 10 Actual, Official LSAT PrepTests.

DO NOT buy Kaplan's LSAT 180. It is full of the toughest questions that KAPLAN could MAKE UP. These questions are so bogus that they lowered everyone in my study group's score: we all had scores over 170 before this book. Some reviewers recommend this book for those with a score of 165+, but I do not think this book will be a use to anyone, no matter how well they have done on past tests. On one page, Kaplan gave two complete different explanations for two questions that were the exact same type of question. Kaplan's answers to MADE UP questions are lacking judgment. Kaplan is simply too lazy to buy official questions.

Also, both www.LSAC.org and Amazon have individual PrepTests available for $8 each. Get the latest tests: these aren't a good buy like the books of ten, but seeing the most up to date material - even if it's just 1 or 2 tests - is worth it. If you are not in a hurry, you can get the tests free of shipping from LSAC, and they have the MOST RECENT tests, while Amazon tends to lack the two most recent tests.

Specifically, get the June 2000 (PrepTest 31) exam. This contains the notorious "CD Game," the second game, which is commonly considered the most complicated LSAT logic game ever.

BUT...

If you REALLY want to, go ahead and pay in the thousands for a LSAT class prep course, like those offered by Kaplan and Princeton Review. I do not suggest doing that, but confidence is essential for acing the LSAT. If you feel that taking an over-priced prep course will boast your self-assurance, feel free to do so.

1 out of 5 stars I would give this book zero stars if I could.......2003-12-10

Previous reviewers said if you score around 165 or above, this book will help you take it to the next level. I scored above 165 on my prep tests, but this book didn't get me anywhere near a 180. My guess is that if you're scoring 175+ on the prep tests, this book can help you fine tune to get an even higher score. Put in LSAT parlance, UNLESS YOU'RE ALREADY SCORING 175+, DON'T GET THIS BOOK.

While this book does offer difficult questions I think it is flawed for all but the highest scorers. The book doesn't provide the reader with a solid, replicable methodology for answering these tough questions. Yes, it does provide explanations, but with a limited number of questions to practice on, it's tough for the lessons to sink in. The book might live up to its name with twice the number of problems and explanations.

The one positive about this book is that it is written in a very fresh voice. Makes going through the book much more enjoyable.

Instead of getting this book, get the 10 Official LSATs and practice, practice, practice.
LSAT 180, 2004 Edition (Kaplan Lsat 180)
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • Good questions, terrible explanations
  • Recycle your cans, not your questions
  • A Good Resource to Have
  • Very good book for preparation
  • Buy it for the Arguments section
LSAT 180, 2004 Edition (Kaplan Lsat 180)
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  3. Next 10 Actual, Official LSAT Preptests Next 10 Actual, Official LSAT Preptests
  4. Kaplan LSAT 180, 2005-2006 (Kaplan Lsat 180) Kaplan LSAT 180, 2005-2006 (Kaplan Lsat 180)
  5. 10 Actual, Official LSAT PrepTests (Lsat Series) 10 Actual, Official LSAT PrepTests (Lsat Series)

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Book Description

Think a score of 180 is out of the question?

Think again.

Kaplan's LSAT 180, 2004-2005 Edition provides the advanced practice and extra tactics you need to help you get the absolute maximum score. Using this book with the practice tests and intensive review of Kaplan's bestselling LSAT guide, getting the perfect score can be a reality.

TOUGHEST QUESTIONS
Practice with "high-octane" questions -- the toughest you'll face on the test -- and get comprehensive explanations, plus tips and techniques for answering them quickly and accurately.

HARDEST CONCEPTS
Target your review with focused practice sets containing the hardest Logic Games questions you'll find on the LSAT.

STRONGEST STRATEGIES
Take apart the most complicated questions with powerful strategies for every question type on the Logic Games, Logical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension sections of the LSAT. You'll learn how to get the most points in the least amount of time.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Good questions, terrible explanations.......2005-07-14

I also used Nova's LSAT prep book. I loved it! The problems were explained in depth whereas with LSAT 180 you are left in the dark. LSAT 180 is good for practicing hard questions but if the book doesn't tell you how to work through them what good is it?

2 out of 5 stars Recycle your cans, not your questions.......2004-11-09

I originally purchased the Kaplan 2003 LSAT Prep Book to prepare for the test, but due to circumstances beyond my control I needed to push my test date back a year. I was completely disheartened to see the amount of questions which were recycled in the 2004 LSAT 180 book from the 2003 book I studied from previously. Basically they took at least 1/3 of the questions in this book from their previous publications and simply relabeled them "difficult" to go along with the title of the new book and expectations of the reader. While the format of the book is quite nice, each sub-type of question has its own section, this in no way makes up for the sheet Kaplan tries to pull over the readers eyes by labeling the questions "tough".

4 out of 5 stars A Good Resource to Have.......2004-09-03

This is not a good place to start with your LSAT studies unless you have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science or Philosophy (or both).

However, if you have spent a few weeks, or even months, already studying for the LSAT and find most of the questions on any given previously released test fairly easy, this is a good book to take you to the next level. Kaplan 180 shows you how to read a little bit closer, analyze formal logic, and interpret complex statements so that you can wade through the questions that suck up your time and leave you ambivalent.

If you can get through the 20 Logic Games provided in this book in under 9 minutes per game, getting most of the answers correct, then you should be able to handle any game on the actual test with ease.

The Logical Reasoning portion of this book I find somewhat weak, as most of the "difficult" example questions presented in Kaplan 180 were fairly easy for me to knock down. Though the questions weren't excruciating, the explanations for them are thorough and provide insight that will give you an edge on test day if you pay attention closely.

I haven't gotten much into the Reading Comprehension portion of the book, but from what I have seen, the passages they've chosen are particularly dense and will help with your ability to understand what the real LSAT Reading Comp passages are getting at.

Keep in mind that none of the questions in this book are actually from real LSATs, so some of the wording and subjects in the questions are peculiar and confusing (but not because they're necessarily difficult).

Overall, I recommend this book as an ancillary resource to "The Next 10 Actual LSATs" "10 More Actual LSATs" and "10 Actual LSATs." Furthermore, make sure you pick up the Logic Games Bible and Logical Reasoning Bible by PowerScore. I personally am taking TestMasters and, if you have $1250 lying around, highly recommend this course as your primary preparation.

Good luck!

4 out of 5 stars Very good book for preparation.......2004-06-24

LSAT 180 is a great companion to the Kaplan LSAT preparation material. I used it in conjunction with Kaplan's 2004 LSAT Prep book and multiple Official Tests from LSAC. LSAT 180 really puts you through the paces, making the normal questions seem easy. I would definitely recommend it, but I think it's important to use it with the more general preparation material as the LSAT 180 has less information regarding techniques and approaches than the Kaplan 2004 LSAT Prep book. Using these books together with a number of official tests is a great self administered course in LSAT preparation. It definitely raised my score.

4 out of 5 stars Buy it for the Arguments section.......2004-03-08

This book is meant for the high-scorers. The Arguments section is very useful. The Reading Comprehension section passages and the Games section are not very LSAT-like, but still useful. If you already own the GMAT 800, be aware that the Critical Reasoning (Arguments) sections are virtually the same.
Lsat 180 2002
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    Lsat 180 2002
    Kaplan
    Manufacturer: SIMON & SCHUSTER @ TRADE
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    Binding: Paperback
    ASIN: B000SNORCG
    Kaplan LSAT 180, 2008-2009 Edition (Kaplan Lsat 180)
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      Kaplan LSAT 180, 2008-2009 Edition (Kaplan Lsat 180)
      Kaplan
      Manufacturer: Kaplan Publishing
      ProductGroup: Book
      Binding: Paperback

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      Book Description

      Kaplan LSAT 180 features:

      * NEW! Samples of the new Comparative Reading passage set of the Reading Comprehension section

      * The hardest practice questions

      * Detailed answer explanations

      * Focused guidelines for tackling each question type

      * Proven strategies for getting a top score

      * Step-by-step methods and time-saving strategies for Logic Games, Logical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension questions

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