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Kaplan SAT/ACT/PSAT Deluxe 2004 Edition

Kaplan SAT/ACT/PSAT Deluxe 2004 Edition

List Price: $49.99
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Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Sub-Par
Review: I bought this and am quite frustrated with it. As has been mentioned there are silly/slow cartoons that you must watch everytime. In addition many parts of the program are broken and there is no patch to fix this. For example, the sound cuts in and out randomly. Also on some of the practice tests you cannot check your answers to learn what tricks were used to solve them, even though you should be able to, thr program gets confused and does not allow one access.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Sub-Par
Review: I bought this and am quite frustrated with it. As has been mentioned there are silly/slow cartoons that you must watch everytime. In addition many parts of the program are broken and there is no patch to fix this. For example, the sound cuts in and out randomly. Also on some of the practice tests you cannot check your answers to learn what tricks were used to solve them, even though you should be able to, thr program gets confused and does not allow one access.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Could be better
Review: I bought this set so I could prepare for the GRE, since there are not many options for CAT-specific software. While I find some of the low-budget cartoons amusing (there are segments where the program tries to make you chuckle), the software has some pretty big problems. The audio for many sections cuts in and out, which can be a bit frustrating in the middle of lessons. Also some of the word drills available in the games section don't work very well. I'd have to say that when the tutorials are working, it's a fun program that tries to put you at ease. However considering all of the glitches, I'd recommend searching more for other potential CAT-specific GRE prep programs.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Could be better
Review: I bought this set so I could prepare for the GRE, since there are not many options for CAT-specific software. While I find some of the low-budget cartoons amusing (there are segments where the program tries to make you chuckle), the software has some pretty big problems. The audio for many sections cuts in and out, which can be a bit frustrating in the middle of lessons. Also some of the word drills available in the games section don't work very well. I'd have to say that when the tutorials are working, it's a fun program that tries to put you at ease. However considering all of the glitches, I'd recommend searching more for other potential CAT-specific GRE prep programs.

Rating: 2 stars
Summary: Useful but frustrating
Review: I only used the GRE review because that is the test in which I am interested. The Kaplan Deluxe Edition is a good tool for reviewing for it in the information it provides, but it is also very frustrating to use. There are videos that play whenever one goes to do a lesson or review that cannot be skipped or turned off. So, something that would take 15 seconds to read takes 2 minutes for a silly video to play. Therefore, the program can be very time consuming to do a simple review. Also, some information is repeated over and over again, with one being unable to skip it. The first video that gives a tour of the program states that the GRE is more difficult than the SAT because the person taking it is now college-educated; however, the program is not designed with a college-educated person in mind. It seems to be designed for entering junior high, with "fun and exciting" graphics and clips.

Overall, the information in it is useful, but I would recommend getting a book.

Rating: 2 stars
Summary: Useful but frustrating
Review: I only used the GRE review because that is the test in which I am interested. The Kaplan Deluxe Edition is a good tool for reviewing for it in the information it provides, but it is also very frustrating to use. There are videos that play whenever one goes to do a lesson or review that cannot be skipped or turned off. So, something that would take 15 seconds to read takes 2 minutes for a silly video to play. Therefore, the program can be very time consuming to do a simple review. Also, some information is repeated over and over again, with one being unable to skip it. The first video that gives a tour of the program states that the GRE is more difficult than the SAT because the person taking it is now college-educated; however, the program is not designed with a college-educated person in mind. It seems to be designed for entering junior high, with "fun and exciting" graphics and clips.

Overall, the information in it is useful, but I would recommend getting a book.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Very Helpful Study Tool for the GRE
Review: I really found this study tool to be quite helpful in preparing for the GRE. It helped me significantly improve my scores. I followed the personalized study plan the program devised for me based on my performance on the diagnostic and my specified time table. Furthermore, I learned to master the nuances of the computer adaptive format of the GRE. Although the program is a bit juvenile at times with the cartoons and movies, it helps enliven the sometimes dull GRE content and lessons. I would definitely recommend this product.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Very Helpful Study Tool for the GRE
Review: I really found this study tool to be quite helpful in preparing for the GRE. It helped me significantly improve my scores. I followed the personalized study plan the program devised for me based on my performance on the diagnostic and my specified time table. Furthermore, I learned to master the nuances of the computer adaptive format of the GRE. Although the program is a bit juvenile at times with the cartoons and movies, it helps enliven the sometimes dull GRE content and lessons. I would definitely recommend this product.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Crashes constatly
Review: Impossible to use under Windows XP, since it constantly crashes.

Highly NOT recommended.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Great test preparation software.
Review: The Kaplan GMAT, GRE & LSAT 2004 Deluxe Edition is great. I am actually using this program. It is comprehensive and effective. This program diagnose your test-taking strengths and weaknesses and target your preparation with a personalized study plan. It have realistic exams and quizzes to practice.

It also has several features like the Newsweek Graduate School Admissions Guide, tips on interviews, personal statements, financial aid, 47 math, verbal and analytical practice exams, five printable full-length tests, printable flashcards, exam strategies and more.

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