Intro Physics Recommendations on Introductory physics and AP physics 1 books?

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For introductory physics, "College Physics for the AP Physics 1 Course" by Stewart, Freedman, Ruskell, and Kesten is highly recommended for its clear explanations and problem-oriented approach. Additionally, two well-regarded textbooks titled "College Physics" by Knight, Jones, and Field, and by Etkina, Gentile, and Van Heuvelen, are also suggested. It is advised to avoid calculus-based textbooks like "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" since the discussion is focused on non-calculus physics courses. These resources cater specifically to students preparing for the AP Physics 1 exam. Overall, the recommendations emphasize clarity and problem-solving in physics education.
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Greetings to all.
I'm looking for the best textbook for introductory physics that has clear explanations and is problem-oriented. I'd also appreciate any recommendations for textbooks for the AP Physics 1 exam.
 
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Do you know calculus?
 
paulimerci said:
Greetings to all.
I'm looking for the best textbook for introductory physics that has clear explanations and is problem-oriented. I'd also appreciate any recommendations for textbooks for the AP Physics 1 exam.
A relatively new, and very good, book is:
"College Physics for the AP Physics 1 Course" by Stewart, Freedman, Ruskell, and Kesten

Physics teachers also tend to like the following two books, both titled "College Physics", which have been around quite a while.
One book is by Knight, Jones, and Field.
The other is by Etkina, Gentile, and Van Heuvelen.

p.s. you probably want to stay away from calculus-based physics textbooks, which tend to be titled "Physics for Scientists and Engineers"
 
Frabjous said:
Do you know calculus?
Note that the OP is studying for a non-calc physics course.
 
Redbelly98 said:
A relatively new, and very good, book is:
"College Physics for the AP Physics 1 Course" by Stewart, Freedman, Ruskell, and Kesten

Physics teachers also tend to like the following two books, both titled "College Physics", which have been around quite a while.
One book is by Knight, Jones, and Field.
The other is by Etkina, Gentile, and Van Heuvelen.

p.s. you probably want to stay away from calculus-based physics textbooks, which tend to be titled "Physics for Scientists and Engineers"
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