Looking for supplementary physics book

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The discussion centers on finding supplementary physics books for a first-semester algebra-based General Physics course. The user currently uses "College Physics" by Wilson/Buffa but seeks additional practice problems, particularly in kinematics. Recommendations include Schaum's Outlines for specific topics and "Problems in General Physics" by Irodov, which is noted for its challenging and thought-provoking problems.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of algebra-based physics concepts
  • Familiarity with kinematics and related problem-solving techniques
  • Basic knowledge of physics textbooks and resources
  • Experience with practice problem-solving in physics
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore Schaum's Outlines for specific physics topics
  • Acquire "Problems in General Physics" by Irodov for advanced problem sets
  • Research additional resources for algebra-based physics practice
  • Investigate online platforms offering physics problem sets and solutions
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Students enrolled in algebra-based physics courses, educators seeking supplementary materials, and anyone looking to enhance their problem-solving skills in physics.

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Hi all, first post here. I ran into this site after googling for some help with Epsilon-Delta proofs for my calculus course. I like what I see here! Anyway, on to my question:

I'm currently enrolled in a first-semester General Physics course that is algebra based, no calculus (though I am taking a first-semester calculus course as well). What I'm looking for is a book with lots of practice problems! My textbook (College Physics by Wilson/Buffa) has a good amount of practice problems, but once I've done with those I always want more to do - practice makes perfect, right? I'm currently doing the chapter on kinematics, and as such I want lots of kinematic problems of all types and flavors, but my text only has so much. So I'm looking for a book with a large amount of problems (ALGEBRA based) for all the different sub-topics that one would run into in a general physics course.

If anyone has any suggestions, it would be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance.
 
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If you want a book on specific topics, than find a Schaum on topic you are interested in. (I can't imagine a topic not coverd in Schaum)
My recomendation on general physics, collection of briliant problems... Irodov - Problems in general physics. You'll find all kinds of problems there, problems that make you think.
 

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