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Some of the most challenging LNAT questions ask not about what the author says, but about what the author implies. Implicit information is meaning that is conveyed without being stated directly — it is what lies between the lines. Mastering this skill separates good LNAT candidates from excellent ones.
Explicit information is directly stated in the passage. You can point to specific words or sentences that express it.
Implicit information is not stated directly, but can be logically inferred from what is stated. The author conveys it through their choice of words, the structure of their argument, what they include, and what they leave out.
| Type | Example Passage Statement | Information Conveyed |
|---|---|---|
| Explicit | "The government has cut funding for youth services by 30%." | Funding has been cut by 30% (directly stated) |
| Implicit | Same statement, followed by: "It is no surprise that youth crime has risen." | The author implies that the funding cut caused the rise in youth crime (not directly stated, but strongly implied) |
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