5 Steps to a 5 AP Microeconomics/Macroeconomics, 2008-2009 Edition (5 Steps to a 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations Series) [Paperback]

Eric Dodge (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 14, 2007 | ISBN-10: 0071497951 | ISBN-13: 978-0071497954 | Edition: 2

A PERFECT PLAN FOR THE PERFECT SCORE

We want you to succeed on your AP* exam. That's why we've created this 5-step plan to help you study more effectively, use your preparation time wisely, and get your best score. This easy-to-follow guide offers you a complete review of your AP course, strategies to give you the edge on test day, and plenty of practice with AP-style test questions. You'll sharpen your subject knowledge, strengthen your thinking skills, and build your test-taking confidence with

• Full-length practice exams modeled on the real test
• All the terms and concepts you need to know to get your best score
• Your choice of three customized study schedules-so you can pick the one that meets your needs

The 5-Step Plan helps you get the most out of your study time:

Step 1: Set Up Your Study Program

Step 2: Determine Your Readiness

Step 3: Develop the Strategies

Step 4: Review the Knowledge

Step 5: Build Your Confidence

*AP, Advanced Placement Program, and College Board are registered trademarks of the College Entrance Examination Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

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About the Author

Eric Dodge is a professor of economics and chair of the Department of Economics and Business Administration at Hanover College in Hanover, Indiana.

Product Details

• Paperback: 361 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 2 edition (December 14, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071497951
• ISBN-13: 978-0071497954
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #653,351 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended!!!, July 7, 2009

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Benjie - See all my reviews

This review is from: 5 Steps to a 5 AP Microeconomics/Macroeconomics, 2008-2009 Edition (5 Steps to a 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations Series) (Paperback)

I got this book to, obviously, prepare me for the AP Econ exams. What I like about this book is that it is very easy to read and the author does a great job keeping the reader focused with his humor and mnemonics. For instance, if the Fed wants to increase the supply of money circulated, the Fed would buy bonds: "Buy Bonds = Bigger Bucks."

I took a look at the Princeton Review version at my local borders (I actually compared the two). I get very meticulous when comparing due to my OCD. I didn't like the Princeton Review version because it didn't engage me as much as 5-steps. 5-Steps dedicated each chapter to a particular section, which made it very easy for me to organize the information in my head! The quizzes and key terms after each chapter also helps with retaining the information. Also, the test-taking strategy in the beginning and in the answers after taking the practice exams are very helpful. I like how it stresses on drawing BIG, easy-to-read graphs over writing long, time-consuming paragraphs.

I don't ever take the time to write reviews, but I felt guilty not to for this book after receiving my score yesterday (I got a 5!!!). That is one-less class I need to take at Wharton!!!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended!, June 21, 2009

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This review is from: 5 Steps to a 5 AP Microeconomics/Macroeconomics, 2008-2009 Edition (5 Steps to a 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations Series) (Paperback)

My son used this book while studying for the AP Micro and Macro exams. He found it to be very well organized, with helpful information, useful practice problems, and great explanations. He felt like this book provided excellent preparation for both AP tests. He scored a 5 on both tests! Highly recommended! He also used the Princeton Review AP guide but felt that the 5 steps book was more helpful.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars informative and well-written, March 12, 2009

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cneums (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 5 Steps to a 5 AP Microeconomics/Macroeconomics, 2008-2009 Edition (5 Steps to a 5 on the Advanced Placement Examinations Series) (Paperback)

the style in which this book is written reads easily because it is entertaining yet at the same time is full of information. the graphs do get a bit old and seem overly simplistic at times, but as far as the illustration of concepts is concerned they are effective. not a bad investment if you plan to take the AP exam or just refresh your memory of economics.