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Numeracy Tests For Dummies


Numeracy Tests For Dummies


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von: Colin Beveridge

8,99 €

Verlag: Wiley
Format: PDF
Veröffentl.: 24.01.2012
ISBN/EAN: 9781119954026
Sprache: englisch
Anzahl Seiten: 352

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<b>The easy way to get practice and excel at numeracy tests</b> <p>Whether you're looking for a new job, applying to certain university courses, or attempting to join the military, you're increasingly likely to face a numeracy test as part of the screening process. And the only way to prepare for a numeracy test is practise. <i>Numeracy Tests For Dummies</i> is an accessible one-stop guide to pass these test. Featuring expert advice, instruction, review, and plenty of practise, <i>Numeracy Tests For Dummies</i> will help you succeed.</p> <p><i>Numeracy Tests For Dummies</i> contains instruction and revision on:</p> <ul> <li>Basic mathematical knowledge and skills</li> <li>Data interpretation</li> <li>Quantitative reasoning</li> <li>Numerical sequencing</li> </ul>
<b>Introduction 1</b> <p><b>Part I: Preparing for Your Numeracy Test 7</b></p> <p>Chapter 1: Getting Started 9</p> <p>Chapter 2: Putting a Practice Plan Together 25</p> <p>Chapter 3: Tackling Test Day 37</p> <p><b>Part II: A Whistle-Stop Tour of the Maths You Need 51</b></p> <p>Chapter 4: Refreshing Your Basic Maths 53</p> <p>Chapter 5: Blitzing Beyond the Basics 73</p> <p>Chapter 6: Mastering Mental Arithmetic 91</p> <p>Chapter 7: Reaching Into Real-World Maths 107</p> <p>Chapter 8: Interpreting Data 125</p> <p><b>Part III: Practice Tests 143</b></p> <p>Chapter 9: Mental Arithmetic Tests 145</p> <p>Chapter 10: Testing Real-World Maths 171</p> <p>Chapter 11: Data Handling Tests 201</p> <p>Chapter 12: Advanced Data Handling Tests 237</p> <p>Chapter 13: Mixed Tests 255</p> <p><b>Part IV: The Part of Tens 281</b></p> <p>Chapter 14: Ten Ways To Find A Sense Of Calm While Studying 283</p> <p>Chapter 15: Ten Ways To Motivate Yourself To Study 289</p> <p>Chapter 16: Ten Tips For Tackling Tough Test Questions 297</p> <p>Chapter 17: Ten Ways To Make Your Exam Easier 303</p> <p><b>Index 309</b></p>
<b>Colin Beveridge</b>, PhD, holds a doctorate in mathematics from the University of St Andrews. He gave up a position as a researcher at Montana State University (working with NASA, among other projects) to become a full-time maths tutor, helping adults and GCSE, A-level, and university students overcome their fear of maths – a position he finds 'far more enjoyable than real work'.
<b>The quick, easy way to master maths and conquer any numeracy test with ease</b> <p>Just when you thought you'd put maths behind you once and for all, along comes a numeracy test to challenge your wits and your patience. Never fear, <i>Numeracy Tests For Dummies</i> is here! Whether you're in the running for a great new job, applying to university, or planning to sign up for the military, this book gives you the expert guidance and the practise you need to ace the test.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Know thy enemy – learn about the various types of numeracy tests and what's in them, as well as how to prepare yourself to face one</p> </li> <li> <p>Divide and conquer – reacquaint yourself with the basics and discover quick-calculation techniques</p> </li> <li> <p>Take their measure – recognise the correct answers more quickly</p> </li> <li> <p>Give them no quarter – set yourself up for success with simple explanations and real-world examples</p> </li> <li> <p>Put the odds in your favour – get to grips with easy techniques for working out different types of problems in a jiffy</p> </li> <li> <p>Practise, practise, practise – a range of practice tests help you to get comfortable with taking numeracy tests</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Open the book and find:</b></p> <ul> <li> <p>An overview of common numeracy tests</p> </li> <li> <p>A guide to figuring out what you know already and what you need to work on</p> </li> <li> <p>Tricks for handling basicmaths problems</p> </li> <li> <p>The best ways to conquer fractions, decimals and percentages</p> </li> <li> <p>A review of weights, measures, rates and metric conversions</p> </li> <li> <p>Tips on reading charts, tables and graphs at a glance</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Go to Dummies.com for videos, step-by-step examples, how-to articles or to shop!</b></p> <p><b>Learn to:</b></p> <ul> <li> <p>Identify your strengths and weaknesses</p> </li> <li> <p>Review essential maths concepts</p> </li> <li> <p>Test your skills with practice problems</p> </li> </ul>

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