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Wiley CPA Exam Review 2012, 4-Volume Set [Paperback]

O. Ray Whittington (Author), Patrick R. Delaney (Author)
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Book Description

December 6, 2011 0470923946 978-0470923948 9
Everything today's CPA candidates need to pass the CPA Exam

Published annually, this comprehensive four-volume paperback reviews all four parts of the CPA exam. Many of the questions are taken directly from previous CPA exams. With 3,800 multiple-choice questions, these study guides provide all the information candidates need to master in order to pass the computerized Uniform CPA Examination. Its unique modular format helps you zero in on those areas that need more attention and organize your study program.

  • Complete sample exam
  • The most effective system available to prepare for the CPA exam—proven for over thirty years
  • Timely—up-to-the-minute coverage for the computerized exam
  • Contains all current AICPA content requirements in auditing and attestation; business environment and concepts; financial accounting and reporting; and regulation
  • Unique modular format—helps candidates zero in on areas that need work, organize their study program, and concentrate their efforts
  • Comprehensive questions—over 3,800 multiple-choice questions and their solutions in the four volumes
  • Guidelines, pointers, and tips—show how to build knowledge in a logical and reinforcing way
  • Other titles by Whittington: Audit Sampling: An Introduction, Fifth Edition

Wiley CPA Exam Review 2012 arms test-takers with detailed outlines, study guidelines, and skill-building problems to help candidates identify, focus on, and master the specific topics that need the most work.


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About the Author

O. Ray Whittington, CPA, PhD, CMA, CIA, is Dean of the College of Commerce and Kellstadt Graduate School of Business at DePaul University. He is also the coauthor of Audit Sampling: An Introduction, Fifth Edition, available from Wiley.

Patrick R. Delaney, CPA, PhD, was the Arthur Andersen LLP Alumni Professor of Accountancy at Northern Illinois University and the author of bestselling books, audios, and software in the Wiley CPA Exam Review System.


Product Details

  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Wiley; 9 edition (December 6, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470923946
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470923948
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.6 x 3.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,502 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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I have been reviewing the CPA review books and software for 3 years and here is my general comments on the latest Wiley CPA Exam Review.

PROS

1. Well-Written. The book is generally well organized covering all the hottest topics. I find that, for this 2012 version, some sections of the books are now more user-friendly than before.

2. Great Value-For-Money. This is one of the most affordable CPA review materials you can find anywhere. The book is also updated on an annual basis -- no wonder it is the best-selling CPA review books on Amazon (by the way, get this here instead of bookstore or Wiley's website -- cheaper here)

3. Competitors Are Using Wiley As Supplements. A few CPA exam review courses such as Roger CPA Review and Yaeger CPA Review use Wiley's books and CDs to complement their lectures. In fact, Yaeger's DVD course spend a lot of time going through Wiley's MC questions as a way to clarify the accounting concepts.

CONS

1. It Over-Prepares You. While I have to say this Wiley book is now shorter than the previous versions, it is still too comprehensive. For some candidates it could be overwhelming when you have to go through the entire book by yourself. Other study guides or lecture notes are more concise and present only the materials you need to know for the CPA exam.

2. Layout Not User Friendly. Since you may be buying the book without physically flipping through it, I think it will be helpful to describe the overall feel and layout of the book. Well, despite the colorful cover, the book is actually printed in thin newspaper print. The questions and answers are often straddle between pages so it is very annoying to flip back and forth to read the answers. It might not sound like a big deal, but many readers of my site have joined in the complaints in this particular aspect (note: there has been an improvement from before but still an issue in my opinion)

3. Not An Integrated Approach. If you like this Wiley CPA review book, I strongly encourage you to get the Wiley CPA Exam Review 2012 Test Bank 1 Year Access, Complete Set (i.e. the test prep CD) for the practice questions in computerized format. However, the Wiley book + software combo is still far from the "guided review course" with lectures and a channel for you to ask a question or clarify a concept.

CONCLUSION

Many candidates manage to pass the CPA exam with Wiley product alone, so it is a good set of review guides. What you need to do now is to determine whether you are disciplined enough to study without a guided review course, that you have the time and energy to read through the entire book, and that you won't be bothered by the relatively condensed layout and format. Good luck to your exam!
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We have been using Wiley books and test bank CD since 2002 as course materials for CPA review program. Recent revision and presentation in 2012 edition make it more user friendly. Contents are nicely structured and knowledge based. I strongly recommend the materials for preparing for the exam.
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Great service! It came on time and no difficulty! I appreciate the business and will continue to do business with one another in the future!!!
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