Trap answers designed to trick you, or just another definitively wrong choice? Josh and Nate weigh in on the “trap answer” debate.

Ally notices her accuracy drops when reading silently. Ben and Nate suggest that reading aloud makes her slow down, and that matching that pace in her head could bring her silent scores up to her usual level.

Eli asks if he should apply before or after the fall semester grades come in. Josh and Nate suggest door number three: neither. Apply after you have the best GPA and LSAT possible.

Cam is underperforming on official tests. Ben and Nate say that the only explanation is that Cam isn’t treating the official test like another practice test.

If you’re too focused on your scores to concentrate on the question in front of you, you’re only making it harder on yourself. Take a day off, then come back ready to tackle one question at a time.

Retaking and reapplying is a chance to submit a stronger LSAT score, a better personal statement, and an improved resume. If you’re focused on doing the bare minimum, you’ll miss that opportunity.

Tula struggles with the first section of practice tests and wants to know how to “warm up.” Josh and Nate assure her that a warm-up isn’t necessary, but a mindset shift might be.

Why X essays often carry more risk than upside. If required, keep the essays focused on why you are a good candidate and a good fit for the school.

Anna worries about getting yield protected at a mid-ranked “dream” school with a 161 median LSAT. Ben and Nathan say not to worry—schools don’t deny strong applicants outright, and if they do, it’s their loss. Apply broadly, leverage your numbers, and don’t let mediocre schools with weak medians define your law school dreams.

Andre asks about his extreme RC score swings. Josh and Nathan explain that accuracy—not variance—is the real issue and encourage a perfect-passage strategy.