The GED For Dummies (Paperback)

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Product Description
Packed with test-taking tips and practice exams

Review the tests, register, and get ready to earn your GED!

Nervous about taking the GED tests? Relax! This friendly guide contains all the essential study methods and test strategies both first-time and repeat test-takers need. Focusing on how the exams work, this book highlights the traps and all the new features of the GED tests, while dispelling the rumors and helping you improve your scores.

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

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Packed with test-taking tips and practice exams

Review the tests, register, and get ready to earn your GED!

Nervous about taking the GED tests? Relax! This friendly guide contains all the essential study methods and test strategies both first-time and repeat test-takers need. Focusing on how the exams work, this book highlights the traps and all the new features of the GED tests, while dispelling the rumors and helping you improve your scores.

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (February 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764554700
• ISBN-13: 978-0764554704
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #9,423 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply perfect, December 24, 2007

By	Adam "The Dude" (Richland, WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I got my GED back in 2001 and though I did pretty well having this book would have improved my scores. When my sister asked that I get her a book to study for the GED I looked here first, I've always been a fan of the Guides for Dummies and this is another addition to a great line of books.

She hasn't received the book yet as it is a Christmas gift but I have thumbed through the book. They have everything you need to know about the GED from how you sign up for it to an in depth break-down of the tests.Ok, so the book isn't going to teach you everything you need to know but it is going to help you take what you do know and refine it and properly apply it when you take the tests.

Everything is laid out in such an order that you can just pick up the book, start with "A" and once you get to "Z" you're ready to ace the GED. The practice tests are perfect and very true to the form of the GED and you will be pleasantly surprised at what you actually do remember (it's all up there, just need to dust off the brain).

I strongly recommend this book for anyone looking to get a new start with their education. You will not be disappointed, just remember don't give up!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not worth it., January 30, 2008

By	T. King - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have been preparing for my GED for quite awhile now and have utilized numerous books. This book was by far the most useless of all. The practice questions we often pointless and the study advice was more common sense than anything else. At the end of the book, they include final practice tests that seem to be more comical than useful. I had a hard time taking the practice tests without criticizing the book consistently. I suggest the Kaplan GED self study guide 2007-2008 edition. At least the Kaplan book seems to take the 5 subjects serious and is successful in treating the reader as if they have a i.q. higher than a newt. Sadly, the GED for Dummies book fails to accomplish this.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Quick Review and Practice Tests, March 22, 2008

By	Tricia Melton "Teaching Mom" (Smithville, MO USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

We love the "Dummies" series for their humor and easy-to-read-and-understand qualties. This one is no exception. It should be noted, however, that this book is NOT a complete study course, but rather a brush-up review with two full practice tests. The practice tests then have detailed explanations for each question as to why it is the right answer. If you think you basically know the material and just need help preparing for the test itself, this is the book for you, especially if you don't have months to prepare. If you are looking for a full study course, I recommend McGraw-Hill's GED : The Most Complete and Reliable Study Program for the GED Tests. It is a huge, complete book, but the pre-test helps you zone in on the areas you need to study the most.