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I waited until I took my test and got the scores before posting this review. Let me start by saying that I'm a good test-taker. There are some logic and reasoning skills needed to pass the test for sure. I ordered the book and studied it almost constantly for three or four weeks. The diagnostic exams were alright, but after taking a full length exam, I recognized there were other things I needed to work on. I read almost the whole book through. I will tell you that the Fine Arts section of REA is harder than the actual test. You'll mostly just need common knowledge about art and brush up on your basic Health/PE knowledge and skills. I can't sing, paint, draw, play an instrument, or run for more than 60 seconds at a time but I managed a 280/300 on that section. ELA is hard. I recommend using flashcards from Quizlet as a supplement (Google it) in addition to the book. The book is great! (272/300 score) Math is my subject so I really didn't use the section and when I did I will tell you this right now - THERE ARE BAD QUESTIONS ON THE MATH SECTION OF THE ONLINE EXAM. The one about finding the median and the median ends up being a fraction is a terrible question. The state isn't trying to trick us. (287/300 score) The information in the social studies section was especially helpful to me.Brush up on some knowledge about the amendments and structure of the Constitution. (284/300 score) Science and I have a love/hate relationship. The material in the REA book just scratched the surface on a lot of things. I passed with a 272/300 though. Definitely use a supplement (like reviewing the TEKS. lead4ward is a good site for breaking down the TEKS.) (278/300) Overall, I think you should trust your instincts above all else and use the TEKS as a supplement on all subjects. REA is a FABULOUS resource to direct your studying. Take as much time as you can to study and find new sources of information. GOOD LUCK!