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Cracking the CLEP, 5th Edition (College Test Preparation)

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I have just completed two CLEP test's and used this study guide for both. I had multitudes of study information and this one was by far the best resource. It is composed mostly of tests and practice tests. Their are explanations for the answers which not only helps with that question but also other questions that you may see on the test. I studied for one week prior for the Arts and Humanities, and a week prior for the Social Sciences and History and passed both of them. Warning these are very hard tests so all the study guides that you can get your hands on will help you pass.

I purchased this book a while ago, and I have to say the money was well worth it. In addition to Cracking the CLEP I have been using InstantCert.com for months, and have been really happy with it so far. I've passed 4 CLEP tests, and it has been my primary source for study information. It's definately worth checking out. They even have a money back guarantee in case you aren't satisfied with it!
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I think this is a very good book to use for CLEP preparation. I already owned the 4th edition and thought I could benefit from getting the latest edition. Not true! They are the same book just repackaged with a different cover. This is something that really burns me. As a college student I get burned nearly every semester with not being able to sell back books because a "new edition" is coming out. Then you find out that essentially only the cover is changed and not the book's content. There ought to be a law against such things. I'm done ranting, end soapbox mode.

Aside from this issue, I think this is a pretty good book to use for preparing for CLEP testing. It gives good insight into what you need to study for a test. It also gives insight into what you don't need to know. That's very beneficial. It keeps you from learning unnecessary information. Many of the test taking tips are very helpful for any test you may be taking.

NOTE: I am only reviewing the algebra portion of this book. I didn't read any other part.

THE GOOD: Of all the CLEP resources I've found so far, this was the best written.

THE BAD: Other CLEP test prep tools (including the official one offered by the company) DO NOT LOOK LIKE the ones offered by this book! Is it enough? I don't know! I can only take the test once every 6 months and I don't want to just hope for the best. I want to know.

CONCLUSION: An accessory resource -- use it with others.

I was disappointed with this book, I even had it shipped in two days think that this would be the piece of the puzzle I was missing. If I had my choice I would ship it back. If you want practice tests then this might be the book for you to buy, but it will NOT be in my toolkit of items to use for the various CLEP tests.

I ordered this book to be shipped to Canada and i was pretty worried it would take very long to get here but it took quickly and i was very impressed!

This guide has been very helpful. I am studying to take an exam and I am learning a great deal.