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“Steps for Problem-Solving Know your nomenclature. Identify the functional groups. Identify the other reagents. Identify the most reactive functional group(s). Identify the first step of the reaction. Consider stereoselectivity.”
― Kaplan, Kaplan MCAT Organic Chemistry Review

“Nomenclature is one of the most important prerequisites for answering organic chemistry questions on Test Day; if you don’t know which chemical compound the question is asking about, it’s hard to get the answer right! That’s”
― Kaplan, Kaplan MCAT Organic Chemistry Review

“these are the topics that MCAT 2015 will no longer test: General Chemistry Phase equilibria removed Exception: phase diagrams still tested Organic Chemistry Several compounds no longer directly tested Simple organic compounds (alkanes, alkenes, alkynes); Exception: nucleophilic substitution reactions still tested Aromatic compounds Ethers Amines Physics Momentum removed Solids (density, elastic properties, and so on) removed Periodic motion (springs & pendulums) removed Exception: Spring potential energy still tested”
― Kaplan Inc., MCAT 2015: What the Test Change Means for You Now

“Wilder, an indigent, was walking through Central Park when he decided to rob someone. He hid behind a tree, lying in wait for a victim to approach. Shortly thereafter, Jody, a 16-year-old girl, was strolling in the park when Wilder suddenly jumped from his hiding place and accosted her. Although Wilder intended only to rob his victim, he punched her in the mouth, and she fell to the ground. Wilder then grabbed her pocketbook and fled. Unknown to Wilder, Jody suffered a fractured skull when her head struck the pavement. She subsequently died from her head injuries.”
― Kaplan, Kaplan 101 PMBR Criminal Law Practice Questions

“sidebars, you will know you’re getting the same insight and knowledge that classroom students receive in person. Look for these as well as references to the Real World and MCAT expertise callouts throughout the book. HIGH-YIELD MCAT REVIEW Following the content sction, you will find a High-Yield Questions section. These questions”
― Kaplan Inc., Kaplan MCAT Biology Review

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― Kaplan Test Prep, MCAT Organic Chemistry Review 2024-2025: Online + Book