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The most comprehensive and up-to-date high-yield review available for the USMLE® Step 2 CK―completely revised and better than ever!The expert author team that guided students to success on the USMLE® Step 1 presents the latest edition of this skill-sharpening review for the USMLE® Step 2 CK. With an easy-to-follow bulleted presentation of must-know diseases and disorders, this one-of-a-kind study companion offers the most current overview of all core areas on the boards. Included is a host of learning tools, from key facts and mnemonics to full-color illustrations and proven test-taking strategies―everything students need to pass the exam with flying colors.Co-written by students who excelled on the recent exam and reviewed by top facultyConcise summaries of more than 1,000 commonly tested clinical topics for fast, high-yield studyKey Facts and mnemonics reinforce must-know conceptsExpert coverage of best initial steps in diagnosis and managementUpdated Rapid Review section facilitates last-minute crammingHundreds of full-color photographs and illustrationsRevised study and test-taking strategiesA completely updated listing of top-rated review sources"
 

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The classic guide to constructing a solid portfolio―without a financial advisor!First published two decades ago, The Four Pillars of Investing has been the go-to resource for an entire generation of investors. This updated edition of the investing classic provides the foundational knowledge you need to avoid the most common pitfalls and build a portfolio in today’s roller-coaster world of investing.Retired neurologist and master investor William J. Bernstein has seen it all throughout his career. Buying investments with borrowed money. Chasing past performance. Overestimating one’s own risk tolerance. Listening to cable news. These are just a few of the many mistakes he has witnessed smart, serious investors make, to the peril of their portfolios. Add to these behavioral errors such economic factors as deflation, sudden stock declines, soaring inflation, and the like―and investing can seem like something to be avoided at all costs. But with the right discipline and knowledge, you can build and manage an impressive portfolio. It all comes down to understanding four key pillars:Theory: Risk and return go hand in hand―you can’t make money without riskHistory: Understand past markets to understand today’s marketsPsychology: Avoid the most common behavioral mistakes that tank portfoliosBusiness: The cost of investment services can be high―unreasonably highAfter taking you on a deep dive into each of these topics, Bernstein walks you through the process of designing and maintaining a powerful portfolio.Times have changed. Economies have changed. And markets are ever-changing. But sound investing principles haven’t changed. Use The Four Pillars of Investing to stay a step ahead of your investing peers and build a portfolio to be proud of."
 

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This engaging vocabulary workbook for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders makes learning vocabulary skills fun!Colorful, dynamic, and filled with engaging puzzle-format worksheets, McGraw Hill Vocabulary Grades 6-8, Third Edition provides a fun learning experience for your child to learn and practice the skills they need to do well in school and on standardized tests, or as an integral part of their homeschooling curriculum.With more than 500 essential vocabulary words and 50 lessons, McGraw Hill Vocabulary Grades 6-8 features tools to help master different types of words (including easily confused words), guidance on learning prefixes, suffixes, and compound words, and easy ways for students to look up and check their progress. As they work through the book, students will sharpen both their vocabulary and many of the word skills they’ll need to do well on current tests and later grades.Features include:NEW! 5 additional lessons covering 50 additional vocabulary wordsIdeal for both supplemental classwork and homeschoolersMore than 500 essential vocabulary words appropriate for students in grades 6 through 850 engaging lessons that will help your student learn both meaning and usage of wordsVocabulary related to math, social studies, science, health and moreA puzzle format that makes practicing vocabulary funThe tools to master synonyms, antonyms, homophones, and easily confused wordsGuidance on learning prefixes, suffixes, and compound wordsAn alphabetical word list at the end of the book that makes looking up vocabulary easy"
 

"READ 5 Steps to a 5: AP U.S. History 2023 Book + Online

AP Teachers’ #1 Choice!Ready to succeed in your AP course and ace your exam? Our 5 Steps to a 5 guides explain the tough stuff, offer tons of practice and explanations, and help you make the most efficient use of your study time. 5 Steps to a 5: AP U.S. History is more than a review guide, it’s a system that has helped thousands of students walk into test day feeling prepared and confident.Everything you Need for a 5:3 full-length practice tests that align with the latest College Board requirementsHundreds of practice exercises with answer explanationsComprehensive overview of all test topicsProven strategies from seasoned AP educatorsStudy on the Go:All instructional content in digital format (for both computers and mobile devices)Interactive practice tests with answer explanationsA self-guided study plan with daily goals, powerful analytics, flashcards, games, and moreA Great In-class Supplement:5 Steps is an ideal companion to your main AP textIncludes an AP U.S. History Teacher’s Manual that offers excellent guidance to educators for better use of the 5 Steps resources"
 

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Fit & Well gives students the knowledge and skills to make meaningful and lasting behavior changes. The most trusted and proven science-based content in a new edition and digital teaching and learning tools help college students improve their exercise, eating, and stress management habits. Fit & Well is written by experts who work and teach in the fields of exercise science, physical education, and health education. Fit & Well provides accurate, reliable current information on key health and fitness topics while also addressing issues related to mind-body health, diversity, research, and consumer health.UPDATES INFORMED BY STUDENT DATA Changes to this edition reflect new research findings, updated statistics, and current hot topics, like COVID-19, that impact students’ fitness and wellness behaviors. Revisions were also guided by student performance data collected anonymously from the tens of thousands of students who have used SmartBook with Fit & Well. Because virtually every text paragraph is tied to several questions that students answer while using SmartBook, the specific concepts that students are having the most difficulty with can be pinpointed through empirical data.Fit & Well motivates students through Connect and LearnSmart: The digital teaching and learning tools within Connect are built on the solid foundation of Fit & Well's authoritative, science-based content. Fit & Well is written by experts who work and teach in the fields of exercise science, physical education, and health education. Fit & Well provides accurate, reliable current information on key health and fitness topics while also addressing issues related to mind-body health, diversity, research, and consumer health.Connect is the only integrated learning system that empowers students by continuously adapting to deliver precisely what they need, when they need it, and how they need it, so that your class time is more engaging and effective."
 

"READ McGraw Hill Math Grade 7, Third Edition Book + Online

An engaging math workbook to help your 7th grade student master the skills necessary to perform better in class and on standardized testsColorful, dynamic, and filled with engaging activities, McGraw Hill Math Grade 7, Third Edition provides maximum educational value, giving your seventh grader a student-friendly learning experience to learn and practice the skills they need to do well in school and on standardized tests.Based on the curriculum standards followed by states across the U.S., McGraw Hill Math Grade 7 covers key topics with easy-to-follow instructions, helpful examples, and more than 1,000 practice problems with answers. End-of-chapter tests allow your child to see where mastery has been gained and what they need to focus on. As they master each concept, your child will sharpen their problem-solving skills and build the confidence they need to succeed in seventh grade math.Features include:A state-by-state guide shows you how to focus your child’s lessonsThe guide shows which states have adopted Common Core State Standards, how each state has implemented the standards for math, and outlines the standards for non-Common Core states1,000+ math problems with explanations for answersA 10-Week Summer Study Plan shows you how to create the best study schedule for your childA pretest helps your child determine which skills require more attentionEnd-of-chapter tests helps your child assess if they’ve mastered the chapter’s conceptsPosttest at the end of the book shows your child how well they understand key conceptsA glossary explains key terms that students will encounter in the bookTopics covered:Mathematical operations and number propertiesNegative numbers and absolute valueSolving problems with rational numbersRatios, proportions, equivalence and scale factorsPercent and percent changeGraphing relationships and unit ratesRoots and exponentsScientific notationSolving equations and inequalitiesCustomary and metric units of measure, including conversionsData presentationStatistics and probabilityConstructing and analyzing geometric figuresSolving problems involving angle measure, area, surface area and volume"
 

"READ Commercial Aviation Safety, Seventh Edition Book + Online

Your definitive guide to commercial aviation safety―fully updated to cover the latest regulations and practicesThis thoroughly revised guide covers all the principles and practices of commercial aviation safety―from human factors and accident investigation to management strategies and regulatory compliance. Written by a team of experts, Commercial Aviation Safety, Seventh Edition delivers comprehensive risk management information―both on the ground and in the air. You will get plain language explanations of the latest standards from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and other National Aviation Authorities (NAAs). Up-to-date U.S. and international accident statistics also are provided. Each section of the book includes detailed real-world examples as well as analysis and explanations of the core issues.This new edition covers:The evolution of commercial aviation safetySafety terms, theories, and modelsCommercial aviation accidents causesInternational aviation accident investigation processesAircraft, airport, and air traffic safety systemsHuman fallibility risk mitigationSafety culture assessment and managementSafety system theory and practiceInternational and U.S. aviation safety management systems and dataProactive system safety procedures and protocolsAviation security methodsUp-to-date codes and regulationsThe role of government in safetyEmerging trends in commercial aviation safety"
 

"READ CompTIA PenTest+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Second Edition (Exam PT0-002) Book + Online

This fully-updated guide delivers complete coverage of every topic on the current version of the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam.Get complete coverage of all the objectives included on the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam PT0-002 from this comprehensive resource. Written by expert penetration testers, the book provides learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, hands-on exercises, exam tips, and practice questions with in-depth explanations. Designed to help you pass the exam with ease, this definitive volume also serves as an essential on-the-job reference.Covers all exam topics, including:Planning and engagementInformation gatheringVulnerability scanningNetwork-based attacksWireless and radio frequency attacksWeb and database attacksCloud attacksSpecialized and fragile systemsSocial Engineering and physical attacksPost-exploitation tools and techniquesPost-engagement activitiesTools and code analysisAnd moreOnline content includes:170 practice exam questionsInteractive performance-based questionsTest engine that provides full-length practice exams or customizable quizzes by chapter or exam objective"
 

"READ Comptia Network+ Certification All-In-One Exam Guide, Eighth Edition (Exam N10-008) Book + Online

This up-to-date Mike Meyers exam guide delivers complete coverage of every topic on the N10-008 version of the CompTIA Network+ Certification examGet complete coverage of all the CompTIA Network+ exam objectives inside this comprehensive resource. Created and edited by Mike Meyers, the leading expert on CompTIA certification and training, CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Eighth Edition covers exam N10-008 in full detail. You’ll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, scenarios, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Designed to help you pass the exam with ease, this authoritative guide also serves as an essential on-the-job reference.Covers all exam topics, including:Network architecturesCabling and topologyEthernet basicsNetwork installationTCP/IP applications and network protocolsRoutingNetwork namingAdvanced networking devicesIPv6Remote connectivityWireless networkingVirtualization and cloud computingMobile networkingNetwork operationsManaging riskNetwork securityNetwork monitoring and troubleshootingOnline content includes:100+ practice exam questions in a customizable test engine20+ lab simulations to help you prepare for the performance-based questionsOne hour of video training from Mike MeyersMike Meyers’ favorite shareware and freeware networking tools and utilities"
 

"READ Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Twenty-First Edition (Vol.1 & Vol.2) Book + Online

The Voice of Clinical ReasonA Doody's Core Title for 2023! Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine is the world's most trusted clinical medicine text―and a superb resource for learning the art and science of clinical reasoning. Recognized by healthcare professionals worldwide as the leading authority on applied pathophysiology and clinical medicine, Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine provides the informational foundation you need for the best patient care possible. This new edition is fully updated with timely new chapters and essential updates across the spectrum of internal medicine. Written and edited by the world’s top experts in their respective fields, this landmark guide provides comprehensive, accurate, and essential coverage of the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Harrison’s is world-renowned as the most authoritative source for: • Clear, concise schemas that facilitate the generation of differential diagnoses to reason efficiently through complex real world clinical cases• The physiologic and etiologic basis of signs and symptoms, which are covered through a wealth of unsurpassed expert guidance and linked to the disease-specific chapters that follow• Updated clinical trial results and recommended guidelines • Excellent and extensive visual support, including radiographs, clinical photos, schematics, and high-quality drawings• Coverage of both therapeutic approaches and specific treatment regimens• Practical clinical decision trees and algorithms• Organ/system-specific sections, with clinically relevant pathophysiology and practical clinical advice on the approach to the patient, strategies towards building a differential diagnosis, outstanding clinical algorithms and diagnostic schema, a wealth of clinical images and diagrams, current clinical guidelines, and general and specific approaches to therapyHarrison’s remains the most trusted resource in a world influenced by endless sources of medical information. The most timely and comprehensive updates from the world’s top experts are featured in the 21st edition: • Current coverage of the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, from COVID to dementia to sepsis to multiple sclerosis to lung cancer• Updated content that reflects new approved therapeutics and new practice-changing guidelines and evidence summaries• More than 1000 clinical, pathological, and radiographic photographs, diagnostic and therapeutic decision trees, and clear schematics and diagrams describing pathophysiologic processes• Numerous atlases featuring curated collections of important visual aspects of diagnosis and management• Updated and time-saving curation and synthesis of established and new medical literature and studies• Clinically relevant coverage of disease mechanics and pathophysiology, and related therapeutic mechanisms"