Book Description
The Education Testing Service has postponed its plans to change to the content and format of the GRE.Students who turn to Kaplan can depend on the most accurate, up-to-the-minute information on the GRE test change. With this unique multi-format preparation program, readers will be alerted to late-breaking developments via email updates, and will be notified when helpful resources on test changes are available on the online companion.

As always, Kaplan GRE Exam 2008: Premier Program provides a powerful combination of proven score-raising strategies and the latest technology. Students receive innovative preparation tools such as a personalized online study plan that delivers new practice questions every month, a CD-ROM with additional questions and tests, and study materials that can be downloaded to PDAs and cellphones for test prep anytime, anywhere.

Plus, the 2008 edition features brand-new score-raising strategies and four new practice essay prompts online.With so many options, it’s easy to see why Kaplan GRE Exam 2008: Premier Program is the number one choice for GRE prep.

Features:

* Up-to-the-minute GRE updates online

* Brand-new Kaplan-exclusive score-raising stratgies

* Four new practice essay prompts online

* 5 full-length practice tests (1 in the book, 1 online, and 3 on CD-ROM)

* Over 300 additional practice questions

* Detailed answer explanations

* Online diagnostic test with targeted feedback

* Essential tactics for the computer-adaptive test (CAT) format

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Customer Reviews (18)

Great!
It is an exteremly in depth and comprehensive view of the GRE.With its step by step teaching style, it is a MUST for any college student looking to continue their graduate studies.I haven't taken the exam yet, but I'm sure it has helped me!

a warning concerning the CD-Rom
I am currently studying to take the GRE general exam and purchased this book used.I decided to purchase Kaplan products because it had the best reviews and many people felt the CD gave a very realistic impression of what the test is actually like.When I read the inside cover of the book, it explained that the CD access to Kaplan's "online companion" is limited to the original owner of the text.Since the used book I received had the CD still in it's original packaging, I thought I would still be ok.No such luck.Once I typed in the serial number, I received an error message telling me that this serial number had already been used.It is also important to note that access to the online companion expires six months after you register.The first few pages of the book explain that by registering the CD online you will have access to all of the GRE Premier Program components that are not in the book or on the CD; the diagnostic quiz, essay writing practice, mobile prep, online quizzes and links to Kaplan's best GRE information.If I would have realized this prior to my purchase, I would have spent the extra money on a new book.So, my words of wisdom:Don't buy this book used if you actually plan to use all of the benefits of the CD-Rom.

good for the gre test taker
I won't say this book is the finest but it's just great for results. Remember however that you would have to sit down to study. Merely acquiring the book aint gettin' you the score.

Kaplan is great!

Buy this
This book helped me a lot.The info about the test was worth the price of the book and the practice tests on the CD were exactly like the real thing.Many of the vocab words in the book actually appeared on the test as well.With only a month to prepare, I would've been in big trouble without this.This book will help you score higher.

Excellent
I bought this book after trying Princeton Review's GRE book.I went to a free Kaplan event and really liked how they presented their material, so I decided to get the book.The book does a good job of showing different techniques to solves mathematical problems as well as offer a wide range of techniques to help with the verbal and analytical writing sections.The practice sets on the CD were clutch.They set it up so that the practice sessions have more problems with less time so that you get better with timing and identifying problems quickly.If you're shooting to get an 800, I'd recommend some supplementary materials, because the book does not get too into probability, combinations, permutations and other advanced topics.I'd say it's a great buy because you get 6 practice setsand 3 full length practice tests on the CD.I'd pay the same price for just the CD.Cheers! ... Read more

Book Description
-500 flashcards covering the most-tested GRE vocabulary words

-Sample sentences provide the words in context

-Also includes synonyms and a pronunciation key

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Customer Reviews (3)

Excellent GRE study tool
The GRE Exam in a Box is a collection of 500 words commonly used on the GRE verbal section.I found this an excellent way to increase my vocabulary for the GRE, and many of the words I learned were actually on the test.I tried making my own flash cards, but much preferred using these cards.They had the word and its pronunciation on the front, and the definition, an example sentence, and synonyms on the back.The cards are sturdy, and were in good shape even after being carried around in my pocket.The definitions were simple and straightforward enough to be remembered easily.

Good investment.
I decided to take the GRE basically on a whim, and scheduled an exam right after I had finished finals for that particular semester. I did use a few other study methods for the exam, but this was by far the most helpful in a short period of time. I studied these cards intensively for about three days and ended up with a 700 on the verbal section. Take the deck once you get it and quiz yourself over them. Take all the cards you didn't get right and put them into one pile, and then study those. It worked well for me.

Best Bang for the Buck
I bought several different study aids and used them all. This was the best of the lot.These words actually showed up on the test I took. ... Read more

Book Description
This 17th edition of Barron’s GRE manual reflects recent Graduate Record Exams andpresents six full-length model exams with all questions answered and explained. Tests are similar to recent actual GREs in length, question types, and degree of difficulty. The manual also reviews all GRE test topics: antonym, analogy, andsentence-completion questions, reading comprehension, analytical writing, quantitative comparison questions, data interpretation, and math. The enclosed CD-ROM contains computerized versions of the book’s subject reviews and practice tests. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (14)

GRE book helpful
This book is helpful for preparing for the GRE, but repeats itself and doesn't always show detailed explainations of "correct" answers. It does come with several practice tests and the CD-ROM contains a few very helpful practice tests that are just like the real GRE.

GRE Book
I received this book very quickly, it is brand new and in excellent condition. I would definately buy from this person again.

Fabulous book & CD-ROM!!!!
At age 51, I was applying to grad school, and had to face the GRE.The English/writing part was no problem, but I had done badly in algebra in 9th grade, and never had trig at all.I had to learn it all in ONE MONTH.This book came through for me.It has very clear explanations of all key math points.I did all the practice problems in the book, pushing myself a little further every day.When I'd gotten through all the math, I tried a practice test.Only got a 250.I had the knowledge, but not the speed.That's where the CD-ROM came in.I took 2 practice tests a day, and slowly got my speed up.(Each time you do the practice tests, they are different.Now and then, there was a question I'd had before, but not often enough to significantly boost my score.) By the time I took the real test, I was getting in the 600s on the practice tests. I had figured out some strategies. Finally, I took the real thing, and got a 720 on both sections, for a total of 1440! I owe it all to the excellent math tutorial and examples in the book, and ESPECIALLY, to the real-time practice tests on the CD-ROM.I just cannot rave enough about this book!!

Best GRE prep book out there
THis book helped tremendously on my math. Being strictly a science major I was lacking GREATLY in my math AND verbal skills.The step by step review of math really helps you build up a foundation you can apply to different types of math problems.As for the verbal part there really is no way to getting around it than to memorize all the words presented in the book.Or read books with higher vocab levels.It also helps to do the reading comp exercises because if your like me your not going to be used to reading anymore complicated than Harry Potter and it will be tough at first to understand what the passages are trying to say. THe reason why I give this book a 4 is because although there are 5 practice tests in the end, all the problems seem to be taken from the practice problems the book has already given to you after each chapter.THe point of practicing is not to redo old problems that you will already subconciously kind of know the answer to.I suggest that for a lot of really good practice buy the ETS book for their 10 practice tests at the end of the book.I also feel that the ETS book is better at teaching you how to do the essay section.

Awesome book ! Complete package...all the review material you need!
This book was awesome. I just took the GRE & got scores above average. Part of my success was due to the tactics explained in this book. Also this book includes a 3500 word glossary, and330 most popular word list, using flashcards this list was great. 4 out of myverbal questions included words from this list. I would recommend this book to everyone, it thoroughly explains the test and gives you reviews of material to help you ace it! ... Read more

Book Description
Cracking the GRE offers major features on DVD, including engaging video tutorials from The Princeton Review’s top instructors. The 2008 edition includes over 300 practice questions in the book and exclusive free access to 4 practice exams and expert advice online.

Of course, you’ll also get all the test-prep techniques you expect from The Princeton Review. In Cracking the GRE we’ll teach you how to think like the test writers and

·Solve analogies even when you don’t know the meanings of all the words in the problem
·Crack even the most complex algebra problems by plugging in numbers in place of variables
·Master even the toughest problems in the Verbal and Quantitative sections
·Learn directly from our teachers in a GRE strategy session on DVD

We give you plenty of practice problems to help you master our proven techniques. Our practice questions are just like those you’ll see on the real GRE–but with detailed answers and explanations for every question. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (22)

Book is good, online tests are not.
This book proved to be a valuable resource in preparing for the GRE. However, the online practice tests are horrible. They simply do not work. I had to attempt to register several times before it actually went through. Then once I was finally able to start a test, it did not work correctly. The question would appear on the screen but the navigation buttons needed at the bottom to submit the answer would not. You had to hit refresh multiple times to get the buttons to appear. I fought through this for about 7 questions and finally gave up.

Read the book thoroughly. It has lots of valuable information that really helps you on the test. Just don't rely on the online practice tests.

Online practice tests do not WORK!
Make sure you buy the edition with the CD-Rom because the online tools are really difficult to navigate and the princeton server kept timing out which caused the calculation of my score to be incorrect.I called to find out what happened, but they only said that they server was acting slow.I'd suggest Kaplan materials over Princeton Review.

Best Strategy Guide
I received a 750Q, 600V on the GRE, and I wouldn't have been able to do it without this book. It is an excellent resource for making the GRE palatable and conquerable. It is organized efficiently, and it offers unique and helpful strategies. There are, however, some caveats:

1. I found that it makes the math seem easier than it often is on the real test. While this is good for low-scorers, I wouldn't have gotten my 750 if I had only used this resource.

2. The online practice tests are much harder than the real test. Take your practice scores with a grain of salt. I barely broke 620Q on several of the practice tests.

3. While it is excellent, it works best in concert with other prep guides such as the official ETS book (though beware of this book's deceptively easy math sections, which have barely any hard problems) and Powerprep software and Kaplan's DVD guide. My roommate and I found Barron's book to be terrible: It made the math more complex than it had to be, it was poorly organized, and the narrative style was not as captivating as those of the other guides.

For the record: In most of my practice exams, I was getting mostly the reverse of what I ended up getting. This goes to show you how hit-or-miss the GRE can be. If you want to score high on the verbal, memorizing the entire hit parade is necessary (I did it), but not sufficient. The only way to get a high verbal score is to become accustomed to reading dense articles in literature, history, and the natural sciences. Getting a high math score is a function of learning to be comfortable without calculators, memorizing all of the rules and formulas, and practicing math in your head.

The essential tool to score your GRE
After getting the score I targetted, I beleive that Princeton Review is the essential tool to prepare for such test.

GRE
Overall pretty good.Contains background information, test taking strategies, scoring explanations and practice problems. Recommend using the CD and other resources mentioned in the book to study as the test is computer based- its good to practice. ... Read more

Book Description
* Hundreds of test-like practice questions

* Detailed answer explanations

* Proven score-raising strategies

* Tactics for solving all question types

* Review of core math concepts

* Details on the linear computer-based testing format and on-screen calculator

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Customer Reviews (5)

A solid math workbook for the math challenged
I am not a math genius by any means!This book is a great refresher and review of all of that high school math you tried to block out of your mind.Not to mention it provides a rationale to the answers (which is somthing that I most certainly benefit from).

Shouldn't have started with this...
This book didn't really work for me. One of the things that frustrated me most was that the information provided in the chapters (which is really long and which I read all of) didn't prepare me much at all for the practice questions/tests or for the questions I saw on the actual GRE. I spent practically all of my allotted study time reading these long chapters thinking they would fill me in on what I don't know about math (which is a lot), but really they just cover the most basic things in the GRE-impractical order of theme (arithmetic, algebra, geometry), without giving you a clue how to decide what skills to use on the more complex problems of the GRE (fine, I understand how to use FOIL, but I have no idea how to figure out when to use it on the test). Another problem is that the explanations in the answer key are hard to understand (the jump between the difficulty level of the chapter information and the problems/explanations in most of the chapters is so great it seems like they weren't written together at all), and there are also mistakes in the answer key (#7 in the lines and angles test, for example). I also found it annoying that the author of the chapters seems more concerned with providing his/her version of a solid background in basic GRE-level math than with actually preparing us for the test (for example, insisting on using math terms instead of plain English in situations where plain English would work just as well, or including unnecessary information - on page 35, "you'll never actually have to calculate the standard deviation on test day, but here's how it's calculated...," etc.). In retrospect, I really wish I had started with the free GRE Powerprep software and its Math Review, which is a 69-page free pdp file. What I used of Kaplan's Premier Edition book/CD also seemed pretty good. Maybe after all of that, if I'd had months to study, the difficult practice questions in this math workbook could have been handy. Reading itfrom the beginning like I did, though, was a terrible waste of my time.

Generally good
I havent taken the GRE yet but this book seems to be helpful. It provides a brief overview of every little piece that we should know to tackle the real GRE ( as my friend said) and plus the answers are clear to understand + some tips are helpful as well.

arp_review
This book is of immense help.I have to take the exam shortly and this book will give me a lot of Math practice.

Use this book for astounding results!
I bought this book in an attempt to review high school math concepts that I hadn't used in over a decade. It far exceeded my expectations. There are chapters for basic review of each of the math concepts tested on the GRE--and most helpful, at the end of the book, there are 3 chapters that combine all the concepts into problem solving questions exactly like those that are likely to appear on the test iteself. Furthermore, the explanations are clear and easy to understand. I took the GRE last week and was stunned when I saw my math scores. I have already recommended this book to friends who are long out of high school! ... Read more

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Customer Reviews (80)

Great Study Guide
This was a great study guide and better than any of the other books I tried.It's written by the people that make the GRE and has a great review for general math, algebra and geometry along with quizzes and practice exams. The only con I could think of was that the book just gives you the answers for the quizzes and practice exams and doesn't work the problem out or explain how it arrived at that answer. Overall, it is a great study guide, especially for the price.

A key to GRE success
There's really not anything groundbreaking in this book - most of the information is on the ETS website.What is IS valuable for, however, is those final rounds of practice testing.

My GRE review regime entailed working through more detailed review books (like those offered by Kaplan, Princeton Review, or ARCO) until I could understand and work every math problem (verbal was no sweat, but sadly, I'm a scientist).The final push, then, for me, was to just sit and take old GREs, check my answers, and then figure out why any wrong answers were wrong.A big part of the process for me was the figuring things out on my own (key skill for any grad-student wanna-be!).This book was my companion for that last week of studying.

Very important to studying with this book: make sure that you don't write in the book!When you take the computer aided test, you have to write down the info on a scratch sheet.Get into that habit, since it influences how much time it takes you to complete the sections; don't mark up the book like you did your SATs!

arp_review
I am not quite happy with this book.I think I could have got the contents from the GRE website. This book was not worthy for me.

Useful Tips, Great Examples, Highly Informative
The GRE 10th Edition prep book is a good basic guide to the test itself. The math review is comprehensive, the example questions are relevant, however the test itself is supposedly changing as of november 2007, so I'm not sure how much use it will be to future test-takers.

Overall the book itself is a good way to prep for the verbal/quant sections, but even then, it's tests are deceptive if plan to take the computer-based test. On the computer test, the question types are jumbled around, so you only get 1-3 questions of the same type in a row, whereas the written tests given in the book here have subsections with 5-10 questions of the same type, progressive in difficulty. The written tests here also have 2 quant and 2 verbal sections per test, whereas the computer based test had 2 quant and 1 verbal sections.

So all in all, if you use this book I'd suggest taking the paper-based test and not the computer.

This book is superb
Although the last couple people have knocked this book for not providing ready explanations, I found it to be the most useful tool for preparing for the GRE. I actually used this book as part of a Princeton Review class, and although the teacher offered explanations for the problems if we needed them, that happened very rarely. I recommend using this book in conjunction with a variety of other GRE books, like the Princeton Review "Cracking the GRE." If you do the PR book first, you can treat this book as extra practice. And yes, this doesn't really help with the whole computer adaptive aspect of the GRE, but you know what? Nothing really does. That format sucks. Thanks ETS for this helpful book, but screw you for the test format. ... Read more

Book Description
Kaplan GRE Exam Vocabulary Flashcards cover 500 of the most difficult words frequently tested on the GRE; each flashcard includes definitions, synonyms, sample sentences, and a pronunciation key

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Customer Reviews (35)

Helpful Flashcards
500 words isn't too much to handle. With other books there is a "comprehensive" list of thousands of words and it is far too daunting. 500 words is managable and knowing these words well will help with many many others.

I went through parts of the book every night for 1 month and saw my scores increase steadily on practice exams before the real deal. It went well.

GRE Flash cards
Content excellent, I thought the format would be "flash CARDS" as the title suggests, not a fat book that is difficult to carry and use during "brief" breaks, i.e. waiting in line, stopped at red light, vacuuming...

Good guide
It's a good study guide, although they are not the typical flashcards I was expecting. I recommend this product to get a better vocabulary.

Okay.
Nicely done packet of vocabulary flashcards. Could only be improved by having more of them.

Not "Flashcards"--Product Name Misleading.
I returned this product because it doesn't have flashcards, i.e. vocabulary words printed on hard or thick cards. None of the pages can be torn out of the book. You're supposed to flip through the pages of the book and fold over the corners of the pages that contain the word that you've already memorized; turn the book upside down to learn the rest of the vocab words.

Despite this inconvenience, I'm pretty sure it has all the words that Kaplan can provide. ... Read more

Book Description
This comprehensive guide includes:

* Kaplan-exclusive strategies for all question types

* Powerful vocabulary-building methods

* Hundreds of practice questions

* Detailed answer explanations

* Complete chapter dedicated to the Analytical Writing Section

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Book Description
Test takers preparing to take the GRE (Graduate Record Exam) must command a high-level vocabulary to achieve a high score. This book is designed to teach the definitions of 800 words often appearing on the GRE while also familiarizing test takers with how the words are generally used in context. The book opens with a pretest that serves as a diagnostic, then presents the word list with extensive sentence-completion exercises. A following chapter discusses and analyzes essential word roots. The book concludes with a detailed post-test. Answers are given for all exercises and for all questions in the post-test. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

WILL I EVER RECIVE IT?
HEY I PURCHASED IT OVER ONE MONTH AGO AND IT WAS ESTIMATED TO BE DELIVERED THE 1TH OF FEBRUARY. NOW, CAN I PLS HAVE WHOT I BOUGHT AN IT'S MINE?

well worth the money
The book is excellent,i learn't nearly 300 new words in a week or so,it would nice if they had more than 800 words but I guess there are other books for it

A real lifesaver
I was having so much trouble learning vocabulary before the GRE but this helped so much. I learned the words quickly thanks to how this book was set up and the next time I took the GRE I rocked the vocab section. This book is a must.

The Best
This book is very well organized, this book will help you to learn and memorize numerous words in short period.
Each unit contains 10 words with explanation and examples, after that, there are some exercises that helps to memorize the words. In just 1 week, I memorized about 600 words. I really recommend this book. ... Read more

Book Description
The Education Testing Service has postponed its plans to change to the content and format of the GRE. But with this unique multi-format preparation program, you will receive the most accurate, timely details on the GRE test change. With features such as updates via email on critical developments and useful resources on test changes posted directly to your online syllabus, you depend on Kaplan for the most complete and up-to-the-minute information.

Plus, the 2008 edition features brand-new score-raising strategies and even more practice essay prompts online.

This customized study program includes:

* Up-to-the-minute GRE updates online

* Brand-new Kaplan-exclusive score-raising strategies

* Four new practice essay prompts online

* 2 full-length practice tests (1 in the book, 1 online)

* Hundreds of additional practice questions

* Detailed answer explanations

* Essential tactics for the computer-adaptive test (CAT) format

* Diagnostic test to target areas for score improvement

* Interactive online study plan and progress report that adapts to your goals and schedule

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Customer Reviews (2)

It's gonna Ok with this book
I didn't fininshed it, but I do have a thorough review of it.
The book is great for the GRE-takers, but you will find it astonished that the program has a sister-program: premiere program!!Know what, I got this fact after I pushed the paying buttom.
But somehow the comprehensive program is still effective for test takers.
Oh, I forget to tell you the latter part of the book--how to apply to college---is somewhat redundant. How could a person be ready to take the GRE when he doesn't know how to apply and select the uni??

Great strategy review
Great book for reviewing strategies for taking the GRE! Well organized & easy to read. Good examples and sample tests, as well as keys & references (to other sources). ... Read more

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Customer Reviews (44)

Good review, not great for the non-math minded
This offers a decent review. It moves slowly in the beginning, but picks up the pace almost too fast in the end.Also, much of the terminology was different than what I learned in school, so I had to translate much of the book.It did give me a good review, though, and I did much better on the math portion of the test than I would have without it.

Recommendable!
This book is very useful, very organized in presenting and showing solutions. It is easy to understand. I highly recommend it to everybody who wants to refresh their math.

Great
This book provided a good refresher in terms of math skills that have not been used for a while. It had good explainations and questions, however I would use this early on and study actual math tactics in a GRE math book specifically, because you do not have enough time on the actual GRE to do the math questions as explained by this book.

GRE math refresher--great!
The concept reviews and practice sets were easy-to-follow, focused and extremely helpful.I highly recommend this book.

Not very helpful
I'm awful at math, and bought this book to help me prepare for the GRE.I was not very impressed with it.Since the GRE is multiple choice and you have limited time to finish, you need help on how to cut corners (e.g. work backwards, guesstimate etc), which this book does not provide.I found the math chapters in the GRE-specific manuals much better.That said, if you need a short refresher on math -and- have plenty of time to prepare for the GRE, this might help you out.For me, the Princeton Review "Cracking the GRE"and the Kaplan GRE comprehensive edition worked better. ... Read more

Book Description
This 17th edition of Barron’s GRE manual reflects recent Graduate Record Exams andpresents six full-length model exams with all questions answered and explained. Tests are similar to recent actual GREs in length, question types, and degree of difficulty. The manual also reviews all GRE test topics: antonym, analogy, andsentence-completion questions, reading comprehension, analytical writing, quantitative comparison questions, data interpretation, and math. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

good buy..
I know its a good book, I have used it earlier too and recommend it.

Very Helpful, But Math Section Scatter-Brained
I thought that this book was helpful with the verbal portions of the GRE, but found the math sections very confusing.The language was kind hard to follow, the book used unneccessary symbols, and fit tons of info on one page in a confusing mess.I am very bad at math, I hate math more then anything in the world, so for someone like me who who really needed help with the math, this book pretty much sucked.In the end I would recommend this book because the other parts of the text are helpful and if you are good at math then I am sure this would help you.I actually recommend getting more then one book, mix and match--I think that's your best bet.

Perhaps the best book for the GRE!
As a former graduate student and someone who has already taken the GRE before, several times, I went into preparing for the GRE in a way that a former prisoner goes back into prison. Those who have taken the test before will understand what I mean. The GRE forces some people, those who want to do particularly well on the test, to kill their social life and become prisoners in their homes studying for this test every single day!

I want to wholeheartedly and without reservations recommend the Barron's GRE book, as it takes the time to cover the subject matter at a degree which surpasses any $1000 Kaplan class you will ever take. It forces you to analyze the questions, analyze your own approach/method, and to truly (I cannot stress this enough) LEARN (not just regurgitate, my friend) the material need for success on the GRE.

The GRE is not a test of regurgitation, but a test of your ability to problem solve, and problem solve well. Match this book with the Princeton review 2008 or 2007 book and you will be golden. Nothing else is needed. You will spend roughly $40 and will accomplish much more than others who have chose to take the expensive GRE courses.

Barron's GRE 2008
I find very imperative to purchase the Barron's as well as the Princeton's review, eventhough, I found the kaplan's review very good also.The princeton's will show you the shortcuts and obviously the psychology involved in their questions since they are the producers for this examination.Since this will be my first time for this test, I like to assume that Princeton's may reserve certain percentage of undisclosed material to make their exams equally challenged to everybody, and that is why I also purchased the Barron's review.Ifound both books to be great books (based on my subject knowledge, not of the GRE testing experience). I feel they complement each other to cover 100 % the material, especially the Barron's which goes little bit more into the subjects.The math was unbelievable and the most frequent used words are very handy the way the are presented. I give both books 5 stars.I will let you know my results after the test. ... Read more

Book Description
Cracking the GRE brings you proven techniques from the test prep experts! The 2008 edition includes over 300 practice questions and exclusive free access to practice exams and further review online. In Cracking the GRE we’ll teach you how to think like the test writers and

·Solve analogies even when you don’t know the meanings of all the words in the problem
·Crack even the most complex algebra problems by plugging in numbers in place of variables
·Master even the toughest problems in the Verbal and Quantitative sections

We give you plenty of practice problems to help you master our proven techniques. In addition, you can access 2 full-length GRE practice tests online. Our practice questions are just like those you’ll see on the real GRE–but with detailed answers and explanations for every question. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Does A Good Job, But Could Do Better
This book was helpful, it was written well and in a positive style (which is good if you're freaking out about the GRE).When I bought this book I also ordered a couple of other GRE test prep books, and compared to some of the others (like the Barron's book for example) the Princeton Review book did not have as much practice sets and their word list was not as comprehensive either.This books was great in a lot of ways, but i just wish it had more.

A reproduction of an earlier edition
I have mixed feelings about this review.On one hand the product seems to be serving the purpose just fine.It has wonderful tips and strategies that I believe will ultimately help me to perform well on the GRE.My problem with this product however is that a friend of mines has the 2006 edition of this book and as far as I can tell THEY ARE THE EXACT SAME BOOK.That's two editions old!Had I known this of course I would have simply purchased the 2006 version and save the money.If you don't have that option available to you, then this is probably a decent buy.

QUALIFIERS: (I've not taken the GRE yet so I don't know how this product stands up to it's actual purpose& I've also not studied directly from any other GRE book so I can't provide any comparative analysis which probably renders this review useless to most)

Best Book - but supplement with other software
I used several GRE prep books, and this was by far the most useful.It seems written for a more intelligent audience - those aiming for 700+ on the Quantitative and Verbal sections.The "Hit Parade" section gave clear definitions as they are given on the GRE.I also reviewed the book's Analytical Writing section the night before the exam and it greatly helped organize my thoughts.

The only way to improve this would be to add a CD-ROM with practice test software.The Princeton Review's online exam was difficult to access and required registration, and the book didn't give access to any more than the basic online test (which is already free to anyone).Use this book in combination with other testing software for better results.

Also, don't buy separate vocabulary flash cards unless you are in a real hurry.It was much more efficient for me to make my own flash cards with index cards, based only on the words that were new to me. ... Read more

Book Description
Includes:

*2 full-length practice tests

*Intensive psychology review, including social psychology, developmental psychology, personality, abnormal psychology, statistics, and more

*Effective strategies for scoring higher on the test

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Customer Reviews (11)

Helpful but not as your only study aid
This book is great in that it provided a quick but comprehensive review for the psychology GRE. While the in-depth explanations are there, you will definitely need something else for last minute studying and review. I used Kaplan's together with Princeton Review's and did quite well on the psych gre.

Must-read for anyone considering grad psych
This book was an excellent study guide for the November 2007 GRE psychology subject test. Like some reviewers pointed out, it didn't cover everything. That is to be expected on a comprehensive exam like this. To its enormous credit, this book does provide a wealth of information you need to know, for the Subject Test, and as someone preparing for a career in psychology.

Although the book's coverage of most topics is extremely superficial, it succeeds in its purpose of providing a broad overview of the range of topics tested on the exam. It also offers a unique (and kind of weird) perspective on the field of psychology.

The book is organized as a set of self-contained almost unrelated topics, thus making psychology seem like a collection of random theories and facts rather than a unified science. As a test review book, however, this is not a fault but very appropriate.

Very thorough, but use in conjunction with The Princeton Review
The Kaplan outshines the Princeton Review by far in terms of the depth of their explanations.I had never taken Personality, Physiology, Sensation/Perception, and only had limited knowledge of Cognitive Psych.The explanations were very clear and thorough in this book.There WERE errors (sham rage is listed in a box at the end of a section and incorrectly paired with an experiment, I believe, even though it was correctly explained earlier, as an example; also, on a sketch of the eye light was shown to be entering through the optic nerve instead of through the lens).HOWEVER, I was very glad I had it.I went through this book first, and then went through the Princeton Review.After that, I took the practice test provided by ETS.This took me approximately 6 weeks, and I received a very good score (95th percentile).I'm not guarunteeing anything, but spending the extra 15 bucks on this book will definitely be worth it in the long run.Just be sure you have ample time to work through both books.

Excellent review!
This book provided a quick but comprehensive review for the psychology GRE.I used it in conjunction with the Princeton Review prep book and got in the 99th percentile.Out of the two books, Kaplan's was a better resource.

Very helpful
I had a hard time studying for the Psych GRE because I found that the Kaplan and Princeton Review books contained entirely different information.After taking the test yesterday, I would definitely recommend using this book.It explains concepts rather than giving random facts, as the Princeton Review book does.In addition, I picked up a copy of the Barron's AP Psychology review book.It provides a really good overview of the topics and fills in some missing gaps. ... Read more

Book Description
The GRE subject tests are among the most difficult standardized exams. Rather than testing general problem-solving skills, they require highly specialized knowledge.

The experts at The Princeton Review have thoroughly research each subject test to provide students with the most thorough, up-to-date information available. Students don’t need to relearn the entire histories of their fields—just what they need to know to earn high scores on the exams.

Each guide includes one full-length practice exam, complete with comprehensive explanations for every solution. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (26)

Good for last-minute studying
This book was ideal for last-minue studying for the GRE psych exam. It provides a solid review and was basically a bullet-point list of almost everything you need. As a review, great but if you need more in-depth explanations you will need to find more information elsewhere. I used this in conjunction with Kaplan's book and did quite well on the exam. Definitely buy this if you are going to take the psych gre!

Great Study Book
This book was ideal for studying for the GRE psych exam. It provides a great review and gives vital information. I would reccomend it to anyone taking the test.

Solid, but should be used in conjunction with the Kaplan or another study aid
This book is great in that it consolidates an overwhelming amount of information into concise paragraphs and chapters.It's very readable, and easy to get to the next "chapter" so you can bite off small bits at a time.However, it is lacking in depth explanation on most subjects.I worked my way through the Kaplan, then through Cracking, and then took the practice test from ETS.This took me about 6 weeks, and I did really well.I know that the books are kind of expensive, but remember that if you buy This book and the Kaplan, some of the cost will be absorbed by the free shipping.I really liked Cracking--it helped clarify (or summarize) the concepts I was a little "iffy" on, and was a great way to see if I had really absorbed anything from all the other studying I'd been doing.Good luck!

Decent review
This prep book gave a decent review of the topic areas that appearon the psychology GRE, despite how brief it is.I used this in conjunction with Kaplan's book and did quite well.Definitely buy this if you are going to take the psych gre!

Not at all sufficient
I just got out of the test and was cursing this book the whole time.The information in this book is not even close to sufficient for what you need to know on the exam. ... Read more

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Verbal Workout for the GRE gives you everything you need to tackle the verbal portion of the GRE test. It includes hundreds of practice exercises to sharpen your skills, as well as the Hit Parade for the GRE, a list of the 300 vocabulary words that most frequently appear on the exam.

The Princeton Review also teaches you proven strategies for scoring high on the verbal section of the GRE. Techniques include:

*solving analogies without knowing the meanings of all the words in the problem
*using contextual clues to answer sentence completion problems
*working backward from the answer choices to solve antonym problems
*strategically managing time on the reading comprehension section ... Read more

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it helped me
I bought this with Cracking the GRE to prepare for the test.I'd say it helped me (my boyfriend said "wow" when I told him my score).It has plenty of quizzes for good practice, and they do a great job of explaining the testing process to you.The strategies might take a while at first, but over time it gets easier to process faster.What I didn't like, though, was that beyond the quizzes, nearly everything is identical to the verbal and writing sections of Cracking the GRE.The vocab hit lists are exactly the same- I would have liked some new words.

The math on the GRE is pretty simple, so if you want test prep, I'd suggest getting this book only, and get free math prep from the ETS website. ... Read more

Book Description
The GRE subject tests are among the most difficult standardized exams. Rather than testing general problem-solving skills, they require highly specialized knowledge.

The experts at The Princeton Review have thoroughly research each subject test to provide students with the most thorough, up-to-date information available. Students don’t need to relearn the entire histories of their fields—just what they need to know to earn high scores on the exams.

Each guide includes one full-length practice exam, complete with comprehensive explanations for every solution. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (19)

Alright except for eggregious typos in formulas
Explanations tend to be good. Easy to follow order and lessons. But beware - has several major typos on formulas in instructional sections.

Excellent book! Recommended.
I really like the author's style of presenting mathematical material - it is clear and lucid, devoid of unnecessary mathematical obfuscation. The book gives you a clear picture of the topics that are asked in the GRE test, as well the depth of preparation you want in each topic. You probably want to use this book as "study guide" - to figure out what to study and how much, and to get you started on the topics; and refer to "standard" mathematical textbooks to get some more practice and indepth explanations.

Overall, I have no real complaints - the book is very good. If you're preparing for the GRE Math subject test, I highly recommend that you buy it.

Very good for GRE Math preparation but not perfect.
Right now this book is the only serious help one can get before she/he goes to take the GRE Math test. If anyone has any other suggestion please let me know (seriously). It has unusually many typos (specially in the beginning chapters) and for this reason, at certain points, it may confuse a math novice. What really bothered me during the first reading was that I've spent a lot of time to check the correctness of formulas and theory presented within. Second and third readings were incomparably faster. Fortunately, the errors are not as many as many readers in this list assert. It could have been a perfect book for GRE Math with the following additions: 1)Better typo/error screening, 2)Addition of exercises section for Chapter 7 named "Additional Topics", 3) Addition of a couple more full GRE Math tests and 4)More analytic treatment and more exercises for abstract algebra, number theory and topology (anyway, the rest of the material is more or less much more widely taught and understood).

not enough
I would say this is a much more accurate prep for the GRE math subject test than some others I've seen.The review sections are concise and effective.The review problems are fairly well done and reiterate the important material from each section.My major complaints are that the "additional topics" section doesn't have a review problems component and there are not enough practice tests.This practice test seems to be a pretty good copy of the one I saw on the ETS website.My advice is to do the review in this book, including the test, then do the ETS practice test if you are worried about your score.

Great book, buy it!
This book is great for reviewing all the Math you learned in college. However, I don't think the review material in the book is enough to TEACH you stuff you don't know.

From web reviews it appears this book is much better than the REA book. I think you should buy this book first - to see if you can handle the material, and then buy the REA book for more practice problems.

Good luck! ... Read more

Amazon.com
It goes without saying that if you're taking the GRE you're not really a dummy. But GRE scores are an important part of any graduate-school application--so you need to do your best. Suzee Vlk, long time test-prep specialist and author of several Dummies books, can help. The GRE for Dummies is packed with useful information and strategies to help you prepare for the test. The book includes advice on how to use the book efficiently (Vlk estimates you'll need 31 hours to work through it), review chapters for all three sections of the exam, and two complete practice exams. Vlk also discusses the pros and cons of taking the GRE by computer or with paper and pencil and special advice for those who choose to take the computer-based test. In familiar Dummies style, Vlk includes a handy tear-out "Cheat Sheet" with a summary of the most important information and a "Part of Tens" section with 10 "wrong rumors" about the GRE and 10 relaxation techniques to use before and during the exam. With its witty writing, helpful icons in the margins pointing out important information, and useful vocabulary scattered throughout, The GRE for Dummies makes test preparation easy and relatively painless. --C. B. Delaney Book Description
Whether you’re a college senior or someone who graduated years ago, you’ll want this friendly guide to help you ace the GRE and get into the grad school of your choice. Suzee Vlk, a test-prep guru with nearly thirty years of coaching experience supplies you with:

• Up-to-date sample questions
• Two complete practice tests
• Guidance on how to approach each type of question
• Tips on how to avoid test tricks and traps
• Relaxation techniques that keep you calm and focused
• Hints on how to beat the clock
• Comprehensive reviews of the basics in all categories

Revised to address the test’s new computer-adaptive format, The GRE Test For Dummies arms you with everything you need to vanquish the beast standing between you and the graduate program of your choice. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (49)

Good book.
This book is great for reviewing math and gives you a good starting point for verbal.Personal if you are looking for a quick fix...there's NO such thing.You need to have two or three weeks to prepare for this test.The best advise is practice, practice, pratice.Over all I would give this book a 9 out of 10.

CONIFIDENCE BUILDER
This book gave me the confidence to take that dog-gone GRE and enter Grad School.Its a great book and relevant to current computer testing - Computer testing only changes the medium, not the message.

I would give t zero stars it was so bad
this book is usless. do no buy it or spend any time using it. not only is it not funny or helpful in any way it also covers nothing.

not a good book. find smething else.

Great strategies
This books is filled more with methods and strategies to battle the gre.I have another book which also explained the parts of the exam, but it doesn't give information or details like this book does.It is funny and definitely worth it! I recommend it to anyone who really needs a break down of the gre.

Funny but informative
I loved the way this author took the nerve-wrecking, difficult, and intimidating GRE exam and made the potential test taker completely at ease with humor! ... Read more

Book Description
If youre one of the 500,000 students who will take the GRE this year, you know the stakes are high. Your score can determine whether you get into your ideal school-or settle for second-best. And the Writing Assessment is the hardest part of the test-one that trips up many students.

Ace the GRE Writing Assessment gives you simple and clear instruction on what you need to know to score well on the toughest section of the test and provides real essay samples that you can relate to. Youll get the lowdown on what you need to score high in an easy-to-understand format full of great tips.


Inside youll discover how to handle:
-Analysis of arguments
-Logic
-Cause and effect essays
-Comparison/contrast statements
-Punctuation
- Transitions
and much more!


Dont let the Writing Assessment stand between you and the score you want.Ace the GRE Writing Assessment is the resource you need to tackle the most challenging section of the GRE. ... Read more

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Awesome for Special Review
I consumed this like a protein shake and came back to it over and over again to compare in analyzing others' essays. This is great.
It hits the heart of the writing -issue and argument.. ... Read more

Book Description
The only book of its kind available today, this popular handbook features comprehensive math review for the major graduate and business school exams. It helps sharpen the understanding of basic and complex math concepts to achieve high scores. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

GRE/GMAT REVIEW
I am using the ARCO GRE/GMAT review and I find it very detailed and deep.
Very good purchase for the ones who need just a fresh review of what they studied in college/high school.
Not fit for who is completely dry of math.

Good for beginners
This is mainly for people who are out of touch with math concepts for a long time. Really helpful for such people but will add little value for people who are looking for some advanced concepts and other tricks

Great book for people who want to brush up math skills !!
I am writing this after tryingdifferent books and methods at teaching math for people who want to take GRE. What I have seen and experienced is that this book breaks the concepts down into lucid and simple terms and walks the person through each step. It has been a very good tool atleast for me during my teaching. My student was able to understand the concepts when they just looked at how it was solved. It is good for beginners and for people who have relatively less background in math.

The Perfect Review
I have been doing math continuously in college, but even then, I could not remember how to do the basics required of the GRE. This book was a perfect way to get reacquainted with the technical minutia, and even if I knew it, the book gave me the practice I needed to do the math quickly and efficiently. I would highly recommend this as a refresher, but it is too easy as a primary course of study for the quantitative section. The best part is all the problems are explained in detail, so one can simply follow along. THe entire book took me a week to do, and it was definitely worth purchasing along with another GRE book. Although the other books go through reviews as well, they just teach you the questions on the test. However, you won't get them if you can't manipulate numbers quickly enough, and thereby you won't have the ability to go through the more diffcult questions.

Thought all math texts were horrid...until this book.
I am working on studying and taking my GMAT exam and I always struggled with math.I found a lot of this was due to the fact that incompetent individuals taught and ONLY showed you the text book examples which only managed to show the EASIEST question.For example what do you do with polynomials with inverse exponents if you (like me) don't generally toil with text book math in my spare time.Hmm...first section is good...hmm...now what?This has ALWAYS bugged me and frustrated me as math is a system and a language.Master the system and learn the pattern and it's all pretty routine.

I learned with this book though that it is the material and how it is presented.The author is very helpful and everything is broken down so you can observe multiple problems and then practice them.At the end of each section you can practice what you learned to ensure that you have the hang of it.The lessons make sense, steps are generally not skipped.While I can't say that the information therein will allow me to break the 700 mark (hey i'm too practical...can't justify the 45k for the top tier schools requiring these scores...it's JUST school...) I have little doubt that it will provide a sound basis so that there will be NO surprises on exam day.

I've looked at a lot of different prep resources and most of them I find are lacking. X=34 and there is like no explanation nor any tips with how you got that.With the 4th purchase of GMAT study guide books...still go back to this one.

I'm working with the GMAT prep software, this text, and McGraw Hill's GMAT study book (stay away from the GMAT Baron's study guide!!!!)...and between the three resources...should be good to go.

In conclusion, after spending a few hours researching texts out there and about 20 hours working through it question by question,I have no reservations in recommending this book to those that have any questions/concerns or desire to ensure your math is bulletproof on the GMAT.It teaches you from the basics (most math is based on simple algebra and arithmetic and if you have picked up bad habits over the years.....likely have your work cut out for you)...to the established person.My two cents...may pawn it off to relatives to help with their math in college/university/HS when I am done as it makes more sense than most HS texts. ... Read more