Calculus Based Physics, Need Help

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Struggling with calculus-based physics problems, the original poster seeks effective resources beyond their current textbook, "Physics for Scientists and Engineers." Recommendations include the Serway physics book, which is available at lower prices for older editions, and the Feynman Lectures, which provide valuable insights. Additionally, MIT OpenCourseWare's 8.01 offers video lectures and practice exams led by Professor Lewin, proving beneficial for understanding foundational concepts in physics. The discussion highlights the challenge of finding calculus-focused materials, with many online resources leaning towards algebra-based content.
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I am taking my first physics class at school and seem to be having a hard time doing the problems(web assign problems). The course is calculus based which is okay with me because I am in Calc 3. Problem is that I can not find any good Calc based physics resources. My book "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" is not my cup of tea. Anything I find relating to phiscs online is algera based, do you guys have any reosuces, websites, books, or advice for me to understand this subject from a calculus point of view?
 
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get the physics book by Serway. You can find an older edition online for really cheap.
 
The Feynman lectures??
 
MIT Opencourseware 8.01. Google it. It has video lectures by the wonderful prof. Lewin, including accompanying practice exams and solutions. Ocw is a life saver for some of the "gateway" undergraduate math and physics courses.
 
Webassign is the physics book by serway. I am using it too, not really a big fan of it either.
 

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