Ace your Midterms & Finals: Fundamentals of Mathematics (Schaum's Midterms & Finals Series) [Paperback]

Alan Axelrod (Author), Walton Rawls (Author), Harry Oster (Author), James Holtje (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0070070083 | ISBN-13: 978-0070070080 | Publication Date: May 27, 1999 | Edition: 1

ACE Your Midterms and Finals

A new concept in test prep for a new generation of students

These class-tested guides feature:

• Midterms and final examinations--one from each of the top universities throughout the country
• An introductory essay defining the nature and scope of the course, including its goals and what instructors expect students to learn
• A step-by-step guide to writing the essay and fully explained answers to essay questions--complete with discussion and notes from the professor

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From the Back Cover

What if you had a copy of the test before the actual exam? And your math teacher gave it to you - complete with answers? No, you're not dreaming! The book you hold in your hands right now is filled with 20 real midterm and final mathematics exams - each with actual, detailed answers designed to help you do your best when you open that blue book. Culled from dozens of familiar colleges and professors nationwide, Ace Your Midterms and Finals: Fundamentals of Mathematics is a sure-fire, totally legit way to relieve the stress of test taking once and for all. In this one-of-a-kind test preparation guide, you'll discover: 10 midterms and 10 final exams from colleges just like yours; Real-world practice on real-life exams; A complete and concise review of your entire mathematics course; Savvy advice from the teachers who teach the courses; Plus effective methods for mastering mathematics. Ease the anxiety of taking complex math exams, boost your G.P.A., and plan for the future with Ace your Midterms and Finals:Fundamentals of Mathematics. It's your "ace" in the hole!
SHARPEN YOUR MATHEMATICS SKILLS WITH 4 EASY STEPS. Part One: Preparing Yourself: Learn what professors want from their students; How to think like a mathematician; The secrets of successful test taking. Part Two: Study Guide: Cover pre-algebra, algebra, trig, calc, and more - with quick-and-easy overviews of what you need to know. Part Three: Midterms and Finals; Practice with real exams (complete with real answers!) contributed from colleges like yours - Ohio State, Boston, Chicago, and dozens of others. Part Four: For Your Reference; Arm yourself with a handy glossary of key terms plus a list of recommended reading.

About the Author

Alan Axelrod, Ph.D., series editor, received his Ph.D. from the University of Iowa, and is the author of many authoritative reference books.

Product Details

• Paperback: 298 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (May 27, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070070083
• ISBN-13: 978-0070070080
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,536,995 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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