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| Kaplan GRE Exam 2008 Premier Program | 
 enlarge | Author: Kaplan
Publisher: Kaplan Publishing
Category: Book
List Price: $36.00
Buy New: $28.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  35 reviews
Sales Rank: 43315
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 432
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.1
Dimensions (in): 10.7 x 8.3 x 1
ISBN: 1427795029
Dewey Decimal Number: 378
EAN: 9781427795021
ASIN: 1427795029
Publication Date: July 3, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Never written in. Some crinkles on the corner.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Book has false alarms - but the software's good September 25, 2007
14 out of 17 found this review helpful
The book spends far too much time warning about new question types that DON'T EXIST YET. It actually scared me until I checked the GRE Web site and confirmed the GRE is still the same old Computer Adaptive Test, with possibly one or two additional, experimental questions (starting November 2007) that are not counted in your score. I took the GRE in September 2007 and NONE of the new question types were used. Use a different book and save yourself from worrying, unless you're taking the GRE in 2008-2009 and have faith in this book's prognostication. By then they'll have an updated edition regardless...
The CD-ROM was worthwhile though. It has five separate tests for each of the Verbal and Quantitative sections - more than the other books/CDs I used. It helps with drilling, to go directly to the part where you need extra practice. The software was easy to use and accurately simulated the actual GRE.
Paragon Preparation November 7, 2007
13 out of 15 found this review helpful
Kaplan has to be one of the best test preparation products out there. If you are considering graduate school, I advise you to buy this product along with the following products: verbal workbook, math workbook, and vocabulary flash cards. Skim through the workbooks and establish a system to build your vocabulary with the flashcards. About three months out of your test session, use the Premier book. Also, I would practice with the accompanying instructional disk which is packed with valuable practice sets. About two-three weeks out of your testing session, I would focus on test strategy, focusing again on the tips in this product and finding what works when taking practice tests. Kaplan worked for me and it can work for you. If you have the opportunity, take a Kaplan practice test. They are often held at local colleges and universities. With the aforementioned Kaplan products and ETS Powerprep material (sent to you when registering for the GRE), you will have more than enough practice material. Having taken the GRE, I can attest to my step-by-step approach. Confidence and a winning attitude necessary to score well on the GRE result from a systematic approach. You will soon see the glass as being half full.
 Kaplan GRE Prep August 9, 2007
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
This book was a life saver. It gives the test taker an edge by explaining how the GRE test is unique compared to other computer adapted tests. The format is excellent and covers each subject-area in detail without making it dull.
This guide was recommended to me by several people who had benefitted from using it, and they ranked it number 1 over any other prep guide. I second their enthusiasm. It was well worth the read, and the price I paid through Amazon was very comparable to my local bookstore.
As important as the GRE is to prospective graduate students, and at $140 to sit for the exam, you can't afford not to use the Kaplan GRE prep guide.
S. McDyer
Excellent December 8, 2007
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
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 sets and 3 full length practice tests on the CD. I'd pay the same price for just the CD. Cheers!
Great Test Review November 27, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
This is a great review book, but should not be used in isolation. It would also be worth your while to supplement it with a Princeton Review book, as many of the tips differ, and it's good to find which ones suit your style. The CD is invaluable practice, and I found that the scores I received on the practice tests were slightly lower, but within reason of what I actually received on the test. Most importantly, the timed practice tests teach you how to pace yourself.
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