Book in shrink wrap, access code already claimed!
932552
Item is loose-leaf suitable for storing in a binder.  The pages arrived in good condition however the access code has already been claimed.  Good price for book only and listing should clearly reflect that is all you receive.
1134401
Book was purchased new, but plastic packaging was opened and the package did not contain the access code for Connect.
675189
I didn't buy this book, but this review is for all the people complaining about the access code. IF YOU BUY A BOOK USED EXPECT THE ACCESS CODE TO BE INVALID OR ALREADY USED. I mean, common sense people...
688152
You need an access code for this book!!! It does not come with it so it's useless!!!!!!
2966048
I ordered this book- NEW- and received it in time for needing to take the assessment.  This book is required for the Business class I am taking.  I went to enter the code and it said it had already been used!  I am very P-O'd because a great deal of my grade is resting on my assessment and how I enterpet it.  I don't know if I can get a replacement- I emailed the seller- I doubt there is anything that can be done.  I don't have money to go purchase this again... I am frustrated because it IS a good book- but I feel it's not worth it if you can't take the assessment.  There could be a better way to distribute the code.  Or maybe the book should be SEALED or something.  Now, I will probably fail this course.
3729541
The book & key had already been used. However, the book is a an excellent source of information. I didn't get what I paid for - I still want that key, though!!
3935155
The new textbook I purchased did not come with the access code. I suggest just waiting until class starts to get your textbooks. The professor gave us a link to purchase access code.
1708378
No access code! ugg But the book came in great shape, I got what I paid for.
1649880
DO NOT RENT THIS BOOK IF YOU NEED THE ACCESS CODE!!!!  The description says it has the code, but in fine print it also says that i may not be guaranteed.  Very deceptive!
3228745
There is software to download, but can't find the Authorization Code which is supposed to be on the inside cover.  Doesn't appear!
4500765
Book is in good condition but doesn't include the access code as described.
2545312
In order to use the book you need the code with it. I did not receive the code so I had to buy the book again with one inside!!!
4477096
Purchased book for $107 only to find out that you need an access code when working on line which costs another $103.  Rip off
4430803
I just received my copy of the trade paperback yesterday, and the cover copy now reflects the actual contents. From the earlier complaints, I suspect an art director or graphic designer somewhere is even now being flogged...
1818911
Access Code DOESNT WORK - its already redeemed. Buyer Beware! I wasn't able to read this detail until AFTER the purchase was final.
2930443
This is not new and already opened and I bought it only because it was marked as new and the codes for downloads was not there I could tell it was opened because it was charged
4498840
Hello!

I am using this review to let others know of a product issue that I encountered.

Pearson education says that NEW copies of this book come with an Access Code.  To allow buyers access into their online portion of the classes and/or online resources.  The "NEW" copy of this book, when purchased directly from Amazon, does not come with this code.  When I asked about it, the representative claimed that the code "was not part of the features listed".
While this is true, I want to make sure that others do not buy this new thinking that the code comes with it.

It is, BY FAR, cheaper to buy a used copy, and then purchase a new code directly from Pearson.

The only other option is to buy the new book, and then buy a code as well.  no point in paying more for nothing extra.

Thanks for your time and I hope this review helps!