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We found 33 product mentions on r/Mcat. We ranked the 51 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Examkrackers MCAT 101 Passages: Cars: Critical Analysis & Reasoning Skills (1st Edition)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 4
2. MCAT Verbal Practice: 108 Passages for the new CARS Section
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Number of reviews: 3
3. Examkrackers 101 Passages in MCAT Verbal Reasoning
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Number of reviews: 2
Used Book in Good Condition
4. Princeton Review MCAT Subject Review Complete Box Set, 2nd Edition: 7 Complete Books + Access to 3 Full-Length Practice Tests (Graduate School Test Preparation)
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Number of reviews: 2
5. MCAT Psychology and Sociology Review: New for MCAT 2015 (Graduate School Test Preparation)
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7. The Princeton Review Complete MCAT: New for MCAT 2015 (Graduate School Test Preparation)
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8. Learn to Relax : A Practical Guide to Easing Tension and Conquering Stress
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9. Examkrackers Mcat Study Package
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10. MCAT Complete 7-Book Subject Review 2018-2019: Online + Book (Kaplan Test Prep)
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Number of reviews: 2
Used Like New - Unused 7 Book MCAT. Received extra set. Books only, Does not come with online portion.
11. The Princeton Review MCAT, 2nd Edition: Total Preparation for Your Top MCAT Score (Graduate School Test Preparation)
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Princeton Review
12. The Official Guide to the Mcat Exam - Mcat2015
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13. MCAT Complete 7-Book Subject Review: Online + Book (Kaplan Test Prep)
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14. MCAT Elite, 2nd Edition: Advanced Strategies to Score a 528 (Graduate School Test Preparation)
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Princeton Review
15. MCAT Psychology and Sociology Review (Graduate School Test Preparation)
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Princeton Review
16. MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills Review, 2nd Edition (Graduate School Test Preparation)
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Princeton Review
17. What is a p-value anyway? 34 Stories to Help You Actually Understand Statistics
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Thanks so much for the reply, it's been a great help. I've been bugging people around on this subreddit these past few days, asking for opinions from people that scored 508+ just to get a broad representation on what is recommended. Any specific recommendations on resources from Next Step? Aside from the FL's?
Regarding 4, I am more of a reader, I like to read, take notes, read my notes, and then take more notes on anything I missed. But aye! TPR P/S book is going down on my checklist.
Regarding 5, so you say, aside from the EK Complete Set (unless the 9th edition is still good? i'm not sure which edition has been updated to the new MCAT), do you mean this EK 101 Passages? cause you wrote 1001, but I was only able to find the 101 passages for CARS. But I see, what is the difference between the CARS section and the Verbal section? Since it basically just seems like reading passages and answering questions quickly? And do you mean the AAMC Cars Q-packs (just to make sure, cause i'm sure there are many question packs)
Regarding 6, for the most part I did fine in o-chem, I understand the concept of it pretty well I just think I need a good refresher regarding the different mechanisms and reaction types and I should be a-ok. I'll definitely try and dig for the Kaplan Biochem book though too! Regarding the TPR Complete MCAT, is that another complete set? Do you mind possibly linking it? There are so many options on Amazon, I'm afraid I might accidentally buy the wrong thing.
Book stacking is an okay alternative.
Keep in mind that investing to prevent neck issues early will be more cost-effective (my PCP's words, not mine) than taking care of your issues later on. We're going to be studying for a long time through med-school and onward, so it would probably be worthwhile to purchase a laptop stand and take care of yourself now.
I could recommend the following laptop stands, I have them both and they're pretty reasonably priced:
At any rate, whatever you end up doing I hope your neck pain resolves!
Yes sorry I meant EK 101 passages! And here's the TPR complete MCAT link: https://www.amazon.com/Princeton-Review-Complete-MCAT-Preparation/dp/0804125082. I'd buy the used versions because they're like $20-ish. Optional, but really useful imo for the reasons I mentioned before. I also meant the AAMC CARS Q-packs!
CARS is different from other verbal sections you've seen before (SAT, LSAT, and GRE are all very different from this). The reason is because 90% of your questions concern the main idea. Crafting a main idea from a passage is more difficult than you think, you cannot skim any portion of the passage and you really have to digest every word the author is saying. The passages are convoluted, have random twist and turns in arguments, so you have to really assess the function of every sentence. And you need to do so in under 5 minutes in order to get time to answer questions. It's hard to understand unless you do a CARS passage, and hey you might be really good at it! But for most people, it requires a LOT of practice and correction.
As for O-chem, you won't be asked on an MCAT to recall a super specific mechanism. Common things that I saw were decarboxylation reactions, your basic SN1/SN2, nucleophilic addition and substitution, stuff like that. You will never be asked to thoroughly remember something like hydroboration of alkenes or even the specific names of mechanisms. EK chem will definitely be sufficient for you, in my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/p-value-Stories-Actually-Understand-Statistics/dp/0321629302
Very good book that summarizes complex statistical ideas in an easy-to-understand manner. It doesn't show you the complex calculations... it tells you how to interpret statistical results in an intuitive manner. And perhaps more importantly, it highlights common statistical errors/fallacies/etc.
But, I don't think there is going to be much statistics on the MCAT. They aren't going to give you a bunch of data, ask you to pick the right log conversion to mold the data into a natural distribution, and then pick the right test to highlight statistical significance. But without understanding p-values intuitively, I think you are missing something when you attempt to read/digest many scholarly papers. Not to mention, it's good to be comfortable with the material.
Yes,
https://www.amazon.ca/Examkrackers-Passages-McAt-Verbal-Reasoning/dp/1893858553/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Pretty good book actually, a lot of really boring and dense humanities passages, with a good portion of questions being "reasoning beyond the text".
Without self control/willpower you'll just fall right back into the trap. Everything suggested above or below can potentially work, but they are all simple barriers that can be broken. Your mind will always think or something else to do with your time.
Suggestion - Imagine yourself in your 90s, not having put through the effort to become a doctor - the one thing you clearly dream of being. Imagine this every time you give yourself an excuse to do something other than study for the test. Think of this as many times as it takes until you're ready for step 2.
Step 2 - Move forward with more studying. If that doesn't work, rinse and repeat until you're studying again. Do this every time you feel a cue to procrastinate.
All credit goes to https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Courage-Creativity-Willpower-Inspire/dp/0812983041/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487552784&sr=8-1&keywords=the+tools+stutz
Are these the books that people get? https://www.amazon.com/Complete-7-Book-Subject-Review-2018-2019/dp/1506223958/ref=zg_bs_11693_2/144-2822295-9506565?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=Z3WKNP4AE79EHJCXQ6CE
What seems to be the best way to approach taking on this monstrous task? Are some practice tests better than others? I do plan on covering everything in the books, but I wonder if there is a certain structure that people usually use (for example - doing subjects that they are most familiar or least familiar with first, or doing multiple subjects at once instead of doing all of chemistry, then all of physics, etc)
The "other new books" section for the 10th on Amazon are at about 170-180 FYI. Bought mine there last week, studying with it now.
Edit: actually $180-190. Still, save about $20. See here:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/1893858839/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new
$200 for a used set when I can buy a brand-new 2nd edition set on $130 on Amazon? Great deal.
http://www.amazon.com/Princeton-Review-MCAT-Subject-Complete/dp/045148715X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1457629848&sr=1-1&keywords=princeton+review+mcat
I think you need to read this book: http://www.amazon.com/Learn-Relax-Practical-Tension-Conquering/dp/0811819086
Memorize it to the point where you can recite it from memory. Make flashcards if it helps.
Or you could not do that and just relax.
That info is ALSO in the official guide book, but there is more to it than on that one link. I am talking about:
https://www.amazon.com/Official-Guide-Mcat-Exam-Mcat2015/dp/1577541332
And you can find the outline of what is on the test online of course (https://students-residents.aamc.org/applying-medical-school/article/whats-mcat-exam/), but I like to have something in my hands with which I don't have to worry about internet. The guide also has practice passages and questions, but if you don't want the book the AAMC has the practice passages online for purchase.
OP, which book are you talking about specifically? I am doing the EK101 CARS passages and I am getting wrecked on some passages. Their logic is pretty stretched at times.
I am using this book: https://www.amazon.com/Examkrackers-MCAT-101-Passages-Reasoning/dp/1893858901/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1501087140&sr=8-3&keywords=exam+krackers
+1 on this suggestion. Mountains Beyond Mountains is a book by Tracy Kidder about Dr. Farmer. It's a really good read.
Are you referring to https://www.amazon.com/MCAT-Psychology-Sociology-Review-Princeton/dp/1101920602/ref=dp_ob_title_bk
Is just TPR and KA notes a good idea or is Kaplan a good supplement.
I'm using TBR for all other review but some people just use Kaplan for content and score 520+.....
Which one is the new EK CARS book? I have the "101 passages in MCAT Verbal Reasoning 2nd Edition" - and I wouldn't say it is extremely hard. I also have MCAT Reasoning Skills from EK, but that book doesn't have too many passages to really work on- although it seems like its built more for the 2015 MCAT.
Would the extremely hard one you're referring to be this one?
https://www.amazon.com/Examkrackers-MCAT-101-Passages-Reasoning/dp/1893858901/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1483640968&sr=1-1&keywords=Examkrackers+101+Passages+CARS
https://www.amazon.com/Examkrackers-MCAT-101-Passages-Reasoning/dp/1893858901/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1478487093&sr=1-6
I know it says 'pre-order', but when you purchase it from Amazon call EK and tell them that you ordered the book and they'll ship it out once they confirm the payment. I did that with one of their 10th edition books a while back just so I could avoid the expensive shipping rate!
Are you talking about this book?
Because this is just a strategy guide. There are passages, yes, but it is not a CARS workbook with 70+ passages.
These are cheaper and on Amazon Prime!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZU2VIR2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_X.rEzbHBQQ49B
There are no shortcuts around content review. I recommend using Khan Academy playing videos on 1.5x speed with MCAT books as a supplement. Make sure you do the practice questions after each section.
Hardcore dedication to practice problems and exam strategies should be done after you have a firm grasp on all the concepts i.e. one month before the exam. I did 85% content 15% practice questions/strategy the first three months of preparation and 75% practice questions/strategy 25% content the last month before the exam.
You should use review at least two passages from this book every day to keep your CARS game up as it is the easiest place to lose points: https://www.amazon.com/MCAT-Verbal-Practice-Passages-Section/dp/1511766697
Type "978-0451487155" into https://secure.princetonreview.com/Util/RegisterBook/?modal=1
That number is the ISBN-13. I got it from https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/045148715X/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511113709&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=princeton+mcat
NextStep has a book of 108 practice passages. I've seen a lot of apparently high scorers say that book is golden.
http://www.amazon.com/MCAT-Verbal-Practice-Passages-Section/dp/1511766697
we can order it, here you are https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/1511766697/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0804124736/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I was looking at that one and didn't look at the EK one too much.
What do you think?
This is their current edition book for CARS (among other things): http://www.amazon.com/9th-Examkrackers-MCAT-Reasoning-Skills/dp/1893858715/ref=sr_1_8?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1462834094&sr=1-8&keywords=exam+krackers
The other book I bought used is the 101 passages (sorry for the mix-up!): http://www.amazon.com/Examkrackers-Passages-MCAT-Verbal-Reasoning/dp/1893858553/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1462834094&sr=1-2&keywords=exam+krackers
Buy this: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-7-Book-Subject-Review-2018-2019/dp/1506223958/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499609245&sr=8-1&keywords=kaplan
Read the whole thing and come back when you're done. Technically, you aren't allowed to post here until you have finished reading that but since you're 12, we'll let it slide.
It was this one
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0804124736?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00
So I should use this one then right?:
https://www.amazon.com/Kaplan-Complete-7-Book-Subject-Review/dp/1618656449
And not this one?:
https://www.amazon.com/MCAT-Complete-7-Book-Subject-Review/dp/1506205593/ref=dp_ob_title_bk
Isn't this the book you are referring to?
https://www.amazon.com/MCAT-Elite-2nd-Strategies-Preparation/dp/1101920610/ref=s9u_simh_gw_i1?_encoding=UTF8&fpl=fresh&pd_rd_i=1101920610&pd_rd_r=C4RQQZKXZWHWWJ0AMVY1&pd_rd_w=S1bGK&pd_rd_wg=9Iwx7&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=KMVZDZMTRCGHKE4AAXJX&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=781f4767-b4d4-466b-8c26-2639359664eb&pf_rd_i=desktop
PS: I am not affiliated with TPR by any means.
3 from the boxed set. 4 from this
Also, The Princeton Review has several books available. The one i'm using is:
http://www.amazon.com/Princeton-Review-Complete-MCAT-Preparation/dp/0804125082/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1418459067&sr=8-2&keywords=princeton+mcat+2015
Here is the mobile version of your link
I have the ones linked below from Amazon.
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They aren't the most comfortable for me, but my ears are tiny.
I tried EK CARS and I thought it was completely useless. Just read the amazon reviews:
https://www.amazon.com/Examkrackers-MCAT-101-Passages-Reasoning/dp/1893858901