Bar Course Aptitude Test (BCAT)

Question 1

An argument concludes: 'Tougher sentencing deters crime.' Which of the following, if true, most strengthens this argument?

Studies show that jurisdictions with mandatory minimums have significantly lower recidivism rates Judges often disagree about appropriate sentence lengths Some offenders are unaware of potential punishments before committing crimes Crime rates are influenced by economic conditions

Correct Answer:

Studies show that jurisdictions with mandatory minimums have significantly lower recidivism rates

Question 2

Which of the following most weakens the argument: 'CCTV cameras reduce street crime because crime fell 20% after their installation'?

Police patrols were also doubled in the same period The cameras cost $2 million to install Crime had been rising for five years before installation Other cities without cameras also reported falling crime

Correct Answer:

Other cities without cameras also reported falling crime

Question 3

A BCAT argument states: 'Legal aid must be preserved because everyone deserves access to justice.' What is the underlying assumption?

Without legal aid, some people cannot afford access to justice Legal aid is the only way to access justice All lawyers support legal aid Legal aid is always effective

Correct Answer:

Without legal aid, some people cannot afford access to justice

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a valid deductive argument?

All contracts require consideration; this agreement has consideration; therefore it is a contract Most lawyers pass the bar; Sarah is a lawyer; therefore she passed the bar Crime is falling; therefore policing is improving The defendant was angry; therefore he committed the crime

Correct Answer:

All contracts require consideration; this agreement has consideration; therefore it is a contract

Question 5

The argument: 'We should lower the voting age because young people are affected by political decisions' is best classified as:

An appeal to relevance — those affected should have a say An ad hominem attack A straw man argument A circular argument

Correct Answer:

An appeal to relevance — those affected should have a say

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