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GED Social Studies For Dummies

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GED Social Studies For Dummies by Achim K. Krull and Murray Shukyn is an educational resource designed to help readers prepare for the social studies section of the GED exam. It provides comprehensive explanations of key topics such as history, geography, civics, and economics, coupled with practice questions and strategies to boost confidence and understanding. The book aims to simplify complex concepts and offer practical guidance to ensure success on the test.
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If you're looking to boost your social studies skills in a straightforward and accessible way, this comprehensive guide could be ideal. It breaks down complex topics into understandable segments, making it perfect for those prepping for exams or simply wanting to expand their knowledge in history, geography, and government.

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Gear up to crush the GED Social Studies Test

Does the thought of taking the GED Social Studies Test send shivers down your spine? Fear not! With the help of GED Social Studies Test For Dummies, you'll get up to speed on the new structure and computer-based format of the GED and gain the confidence and know-how to pass the Social Studies Test like a pro. Packed with helpful guidance and instruction, this hands-on test-prep guide covers the concepts on the GED Social Studies Test and gives you ample practice opportunities to assess your understanding of Civics and Government, History, Economics, and Geography.

Designed to test your understanding of the fundamentals of social studies reasoning and the ability to apply those fundamentals in realistic situations, the GED Social Studies Test can be tough for the uninitiated. Luckily, this fun and accessible guide breaks down each section of the exam into easily digestible parts, making everything you'll encounter on exam day feel like a breeze! Inside, you'll find methods to sharpen your vocabulary and writing skills, tips on how to approach GED Social Studies Test question types and formats, practice questions and study exercises, and a full-length practice test to help you pinpoint where you need more study help.

  • Presents reviews of the GED Social Studies test question types and basic computer skills
  • Offers practice questions to assess your knowledge of each subject area
  • Includes one full-length GED Social Studies practice test
  • Provides scoring guidelines and detailed answer explanations

Even if Social Studies is something that's always made you wince, GED Social Studies Test For Dummies makes it easy to pass this crucial exam and obtain your hard-earned graduate equivalency diploma.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119029830

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 November 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 208.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 408g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Achim K. Krull, BA, MAT has taught at both the high school and adult education levels and has written textbooks and other learning materials with Murray. Murray Shukyn has taught at the elementary, secondary, and university levels and is acknowledged as a leader in the field of alternative education.

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