Physics for Scientists and Engineers vs with Modern Physics

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The discussion centers on the differences between two physics textbooks: "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" and a version with Modern Physics. Key points include the observation that one book contains chapters 1-39 while the other has chapters 1-46, indicating potential additional content in the latter. The first book is required for a class, but the second is available at a lower price. Participants speculate that the additional chapters in the second book may be recent updates or supplementary material, suggesting that the first 39 chapters are likely the same in both editions. There is a concern about the second book being more unwieldy, and the discussion hints at the uncertainty of choosing the cheaper option without confirming its compatibility with the required textbook.
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers vs "" with Modern Physics

Would anyone know if there is a difference between the two books off the top of their head?

LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0495827819/?tag=pfamazon01-20

LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1439048444/?tag=pfamazon01-20

I mean one has chapters from 1-39 and the second has 1-46. My class requires the first one but I can get the 2nd one for cheaper.

Would you think its the same exact book with an added section?
 
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Is the one you can buy more cheaply the most recent edition? If it is, than I think the first 39 chapters are the same in both books.
 


yes the more recent edition. I guess I'll find out the risky way.

Thanks for your help.
 


The second one is more unwieldy.
 

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