Implications of word 'prefer'

[allison.cho77]

Hi,

In LSAT, when they say for instance someone prefers A, does it imply that a person will definitely choose (buy) A? Or do we leave it open a possibility that he/she may not be able to because although he/she prefers A, he/she may not be able to afford or something? In such case, would all we can infer be the fact that he/she 'likes' A more than something else, but can't infer anything about the reasons or whether he/she will actually choose (buy) A?

It might be a bit weird question but I've been wondering about this! Thanks in advance!:)

[demetri.blaisdell]

allison.cho77,

It's a little hard to answer your question without looking at a specific LSAT problem. I think in general, you should read "prefers" to mean either "likes more than" or "likes the most" (of a few options). You should not assume that it is selected or chosen or purchased just because the person prefers it. If you don't realize you are assuming something, you may miss the gap between the premise and the conclusion. I hope this helps.

Demetri

[allison.cho77]

It helps. Thank you!:)