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In this episode, Alex and Bailey tackle a question from theBigFatPanda: what actually separates a low 170 scorer from someone consistently hitting 175+?

Spoiler: it’s not luck.

We dig into what really moves the needle at the highest levels—especially the shift from broad understanding to hyper-specific pattern recognition. From spotting recurring argument structures to identifying your personal wrong-answer traps, this is where elite scorers separate themselves. If you’re already scoring high and want those last few points, this episode is your roadmap.

What we cover:

- Why “test day luck” isn’t the answer

- The role of pattern recognition at the 170+ level

- How top scorers anticipate LSAT tricks before they happen

- Why reviewing questions you got right might matter most

- How to identify and eliminate your own recurring mistakes

Bottom line: The difference isn’t talent—it’s training your brain to see what others miss.

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