Comparative Synthesis
LSAT glossary · Reading Comprehension
Definition
The process of combining Passage A and Passage B into a precise account of their agreement, disagreement, methods, assumptions, or scope.
Comparative Synthesis in plain English
Map each passage separately before comparing them. Then identify the exact shared issue and whether the authors differ in conclusion, method, assumptions, or scope.
Practice Comparative Synthesis
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the two passages?
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