Hyped About Hypos

Law students often hear about the importance of "doing hypos" but don't know why they are important, where to find them, how to do them, and so on. This lesson will cover the what, why, when, where, and how of hypos so law students can conquer the material they are learning and be prepared for exams.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the lesson, the student will be able to:

1. Define the term "hypothetical" in the law school context.
2. List several reliable sources of hypotheticals.
3. Explain how to use hypotheticals to prepare for an exam.
4. Discuss why using hypotheticals is important for success in law school.