Intro Physics Is the 6th Edition of Fundamentals of Physics Suitable for Beginners?

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The discussion centers on the suitability of the 6th edition of "Fundamentals of Physics" as a resource for learning physics. Participants express that this edition is adequate for those seeking a calculus-based introduction to the subject. It is considered a good stepping stone for advancing to more complex texts in physics, despite concerns about it being potentially watered down. Overall, the consensus is that the book can effectively support foundational learning in physics.
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It's been a while since someone last posted on this thread, and I haven't had much time to start learning, much to my dismay (due to family events and other things that kept me occupied). I have a very late edition of the Fundamentals of Physics (6th edition). Is this too watered down for a comprehensive, calculus based introduction or is it good enough to serve as a stepping stone to more advanced texts?
 
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Vardaan Bhat said:
It's been a while since someone last posted on this thread, and I haven't had much time to start learning, much to my dismay (due to family events and other things that kept me occupied). I have a very late edition of the Fundamentals of Physics (6th edition). Is this too watered down for a comprehensive, calculus based introduction or is it good enough to serve as a stepping stone to more advanced texts?

It's fine.
 

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