CliffsTestPrepTM GRE® General Test (CliffsTestPrep S.) - Softcover

Bobrow Ph.D., Jerry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764567071 ISBN 13: 9780764567070

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2002

Synopsis

The CliffsTestPrep series offers full–length practice exams that simulate the real tests; proven test–taking strategies to increase your chances at doing well; and thorough review exercises to help fill in any knowledge gaps. CliffsTestPrep GRE General Test will thoroughly prepare you for the GRE (Graduate Record Examination). Whether you′re a professional who wants to become more marketable or a student looking to do advanced work in your major or seeking specialized training, this easy–to–use study guide is for you. Inside, you′ll find The format and an overview of the GRE, including tips on using the interactive tutorials Practice questions, answers, and explanations in each chapter Charts to help you analyze your study–guide test results and spot your weaknesses A step–by–step "plan of attack" for each exam section This guide outlines a logical approach to the GRE by clearly stating which ability is being tested, the basic skills you need, a close look at the directions, and suggestions on how to approach the exam. CliffsTestPrep GRE General Test can help you tune your knowledge of Analytical writing. Present your perspective on an issue; analyze an argument Verbal skills. Review prefixes, suffixes, roots, and word lists; practice antonyms, analogies, and reading comprehension Quantitative comparison. Use mathematical insight and common sense to compare data Math. Review charts, tables, and graphs; symbols, terminology, and formulas; arithmetic, algebra, and geometry With guidance from the CliffsTestPrep series, you′ll feel at home in any standardized–test environment!

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About the Author

Test Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes Jerry Bobrow, Ph.D. is an award–winning educator and author. He is a national authority in the field of test preparation and has been administering the test preparation programs for most California state universities for the past 29 years. Each and every year he administers over 500 programs assisting over 17,000 students in preparing for standardized exams. Dr. Bobrow has authored over 30 national best–selling test preparation books including Cliffs Preparation Guides for the MSAT, GRE, GMAT, SAT I/PSAT, CBEST, NTE, PPST, ELM, GED and ACT tests.

From the Back Cover

Get the Cliffs Advantage Fast, Effective, Accessible Proven insights and strategies for each question type Complete explanations for every problem Valuable practice and reviews Your complete guide to a higher score on the new GRE test Why CliffsTestPrep Guides? Go with the name you know and trust Get the information you need fast! Written by test prep specialists About the contents: Introduction Action plan for success About the test Important overview of the computer–testing process Successful overall approaches Part I Analysis of Exam Areas: Writing, Verbal, Quantitative Successful strategies for every test area Analysis of every question type Effective reviews Sample problems categorized by level of difficulty Basic Math Review with diagnostic tests for Arithmetic Algebra Geometry Part II Full–Length Computer Adaptive–Style Practice Test Charts for analyzing your performance Special mapping chart to find strengths and weaknesses In–depth answers and explanations for all questions Part III Additional Practice Test with Explanations

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764567071
• ISBN 13: 9780764567070
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 448