New Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Computer-Based Course (Paperback)

by T. W. Parnell (Author), Susie Varner (Illustrator)

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I teach test prep classes for Postal exam 473. My students get fantastic scores using Mr. Parnell’s guides and CD’s. -- D. P., National Postal Mail Handlers Union

Product Description
A complete multimedia computer-based course featuring... * The ultimate test prep technology * Postal Test Prep CD-ROM loaded with test prep classes & practice tests * Free live support - test prep answers & advice * Free Postal Exam Newsletter * 100% up-to-date with the new exam * Six realistic practice exams

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Product Details

• Paperback: 383 pages
• Publisher: Pathfinder Distributing Company (March 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0940182289
• ISBN-13: 978-0940182288
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #52,265 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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58 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Updated with the December 2004 Test, April 14, 2005

By	John Matlock "Gunny" (Winnemucca, NV) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Postal Exam 473 (and the same test with a different number 473-C) is the brand new (December 2004) standard test used by the Postal Service to fill all fulltime Processing, Distribution, Delivery, and Retail Postal jobs. While the test is like a lot of other standardized tests, it has been specially written for the Postal Service. It has specialized parts that directly relate to Postal services such as tests that have to do with route sorting mail, memory tests that are based on ZIP Codes and addresses, and filling out forms that are specific to the Postal Service.

This book is produced in three versions to suit your study preferences. These are:

The Original Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Study Guide -- This version is text only. It has reference material and sample exams with many test taking tips.

Complete Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Training Program with 2 Test Prep Audio CD's -- This is the same book, but two audio CD's read it to you while you follow along in the book. Using two senses, eyes and ears increase the retention of information.

New Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Computer-Based Course -- This is again the same book, but there is a CD that contains both test prep classes and realiztic practice exams, you'll need an internet ready PC with Windows to use this version.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Postal Exam 473 & 473-C Computer-Based Course, July 17, 2006

By	Scott L. Wilson (Spokane, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have been trying to get a job with USPS for several months and ran into Mr. Parnell's course on the internet. First I started with his 460 course which is for a Rural Carrier Associate (a temporary position) because I wanted to experience taking a postal exam ... I scored very high on my first try.

Then, I focused on the 473 exam which is an entry-level exam for several USPS full-time positions. I purchased the Computer-Based book with the CD-ROM. The book is excellent ... it includes many strategies that really work. But the most impressive part of the course is the CD-ROM that allows you to take practice tests as many times as you want until you begin to feel very confident that you will do well on your first try. This test is rigidly timed and the CD-ROM takes care of the timing for you so you can concentrate on the test.

I tried several different authors before I bought this material and none of them came close to this course. Reading the book and then using the CD-ROM is a real winning combination. Also, I called the company (Pathfinder) several times and was extremely pleased with the support I received (they actually spoke good English). This is the kind of outfit I like working with.

The material in this course has been meticulously developed (I used to be an instructor in a technical school) and if followed, almost completely guarantees success. I also purchased their special pencils for taking the tests (called Test Scoring & Speed Marking System) and they are invaluable.

And the bottom line ... I have taken the 473 test several times and scored very high. This course really works. I might throw in one last thing. This is the kind of test that requires practice to score high. So, if you follow the directions and practice you cannot help but get a excellent score ...

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Better than the book, August 3, 2005

By	Sylmarie Cajigas "shadow" (San Juan, Puerto Rico) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Was better than the book. The cd was so real...they time you as they gone to time you at the test. Make you feel secure, It's was like take the test at home.