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2007-11 General Class By Gordon West; WB6NOA ( Master Publishing, Inc. )
Release Date: 2007-05-01
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Product Description
Gordon West's study guide for the 2007-11 Element 3 General Class FCC amateur radio license. Manual includes all 484 questions and answers along with West's answer explanations for easy learning. Fully-illustrated text aids understanding. Bonus "On The Air" audio CD recorded by West introduces the reader to General Class high-frequency radio fun and excitement.
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Use It to Pass The Test ( hersey@blazenet.net )
I was taking a free class at my local public library to get a technician license. The book being used was the Technician version of this one. The material seemed rather easy so I decided to order this book on my own and independently prepare for two license exams on the same day rather than one. It is an excellent way to prepare for the exams. I easily passed both. The shortcoming is that the author doesn't explain the reasoning behind all of the answers. I brought this up with the Extra class hams that administered the exams. They said they don't understand it all either! When you actually begin to practice the hobby, these explanations will come with interactions with other hams. In the meantime, you must pass the exam to get that "hands on" chance. This book lists all possible multiple choice questions. Go through the book a few times and then go to QRZ.com to take the sample tests over and over again until you are ready. This method works.
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 Where's the beef? ( ranoutofroom )
I would prefer a more traditional text book that introduces the material in a logical and organized manner. Once the material is presented and explained, then worry about the questions and answers.
This book dives right into the questions and gives brief background information but it's so disjointed that it's hard to synthesize. And sometimes his explanations are slightly demeaning (see his explanation for question G5C15 on page 132)
There is a temptation with this book to memorize and regurgitate on test day.
I don't think my 'dream book' exists so plow through this one and you'll pass the test.
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 Just do it! ( tdgriffin001 )
I purchased Gordon West's Technician book and CD set along with the General book and CD set in early April. My goal was to prepare for concurrent testing for both licenses, provided I passed the Technician exam. I read the books, highlighting questions, answers and Gordo's memory tips on the ones that gave me trouble. The CD's were invaluable as they allowed me to use daily commuting time to listen to Gordo's explanations and memory joggers. On May 1, I passed both tests (Technician with no errors and General with one wrong answer) in a total of 18 minutes including time to grade the Technician exam. I've ordered his NEW Extra study materials and anticipate the same degree of quick, sound success. If you want to get your ham ticket, trust Gordo!
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Great Study Guide!!!
I was able to read this book once, went back and reviewed the day of the test and past my first time! I highly suggest it.
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 General Class Amateur Radio Element 3 FCC License Preparation
The book has some good tips for remembering some of the questions related to the test and has the complete question pool. I tend to learn better with the explanation of theory and process followed by questions. I was able to pass the exam without problem but much of it was by rote memory of the questions rather than an understanding of the principles.
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