In a GMAT Critical Reasoning question, the FIRST step to take is:
APick the longest option as a safe default
BMemorise all five options before reading the argument
CSet up equations relating premise to conclusion
DIdentify the conclusion of the argument first
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Identify the conclusion of the argument first
The conclusion is the claim the argument is trying to establish. Naming it first orients the rest of the analysis (premise, assumption gap, strength/weakness).
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