How can I get a list of all answers in textbook?

[BioCore]

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone know of a method in which a student can obtain the list of all answers to every question in the course textbook. What I noticed about my Chemistry textbook is that they offer only answers to the odd numbered questions (which is the questions my professor assigns).

Now I also bought the partial solutions manual, it came in a package with the textbook and it too has only answers to odd numbered problems - but shows how to do the problem! My request is if a student could somehow obtain a full list of all answers? Do any of the graduate students, or professionals know how this would be possible? Maybe you did something similar or did you all just try to do as many questions as possible and hoped it was right answer?

If anyone wonders, I am using the book: Chemical Principles, by Steven S. Zumdahl [5th Edition].

Thanks for the help!

 

[jtbell]

Textbook publishers generally make "complete" solutions manuals available only to professors or instructors who have adopted the corresponding textbook for their courses. Please note the following from the Homework Help section of the Physics Forums Global Guidelines:

Do not ask for solution manuals, answers to exams, or instructor's manuals.

 

[charng]

I understand the importance of having access to all of the answers in a textbook. However, it is important to keep in mind that the purpose of assigned textbook questions is to help students practice and apply the material, rather than simply providing the correct answers. With that being said, here are some potential options for obtaining a full list of answers to textbook questions:

1. Check the publisher's website: Many textbook publishers offer supplementary materials for their books, including answer keys for textbook questions. Check the website for your specific textbook to see if they offer this resource.

2. Ask your professor or teaching assistant: They may have access to a complete answer key or may be able to provide you with one. However, they may also prefer that students work through the questions on their own without access to all of the answers.

3. Join a study group: Working with other students can be a great way to check your answers and learn from each other. If you're struggling to find the correct answers on your own, joining a study group can provide a collaborative environment where you can work through questions together and discuss any uncertainties.

4. Reach out to the author or publisher: If all else fails, you can try contacting the author or publisher directly to request a full list of answers. However, keep in mind that they may not be able to provide this information due to copyright restrictions or other reasons.

Ultimately, the best way to learn and understand the material in a textbook is to actively engage with the questions and work through them on your own. While it can be tempting to have access to all of the answers, it is important to use them as a tool for learning and not as a shortcut. Good luck with your studies!