Kaplan MAT, 2009-2010 Edition

I followed the recommendations of this book, used the supplied study guides, took the practice tests, and received a score in the 99th percentile when I took the actual test. I suppose that says it all.

I am so glad that I purchased this book in preparing for the MAT. Going through the book as recommended, not only refreshed and expanded my knowledge base, but the sample tests gave me a timing and ease for the actual MAT test taking. Some of the actual test questions were familiar after studying Kaplan's book.

The thing about the MAT is that it really is like Jeopardy, you have to mentally reverse words and meanings, and most of all, you have to be able to spit out random useless facts very quickly. You never know what questions you're gonna get, so studying for the MAT might seem impossible, but it really isn't a good idea just to walk into the testing center without totally knowing what you're in for, and this book should give you a good idea.
Bottom line - I'm not sure if the information in this book enabled me to answer more questions correctly (Some of the review stuff came in handy, Greek gods, atomic symbols, historical figures, vocabulary...), but taking the practice tests was great for - well, practice. Before purchasing this book, I had taken that official Pearson practice test (which costs 30 bucks to access, and you can only take it once!), and done well, but had taken twice as long as would be allowed on the actual test. After only a few days of studying/practice, this...Read more