How can I self-teach physics with only an 8th grade math education?

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A high school student with a limited math background, specifically up to 8th grade level, is seeking resources to build a foundation in physics and cosmology. The discussion highlights the importance of self-teaching and recommends "The Art of Problem Solving" series by Lehoczky and Rusczyk as essential for developing math skills necessary for science. The student emphasizes that purchasing the first and second volumes along with the solution books was a significant investment in their education. Additionally, a book covering math up to grade 12 is suggested as a valuable resource for bridging the gap in understanding physics concepts.
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I am a high school student interested in physics and cosmology, but only have a math education that goes up to 8th grade (linear equations, just real simple stuff) I think I'm pretty goodarn at self teaching and want to get some books so I can work my way up to understandino physics.
 
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The number one reccomended math books to create a foundation for any math/science future are the, Art of Problem Solving by Lehoczky/Rusczyk. http://www.artofproblemsolving.com/Store/contests.php. Buying the first and second volume together with the solution books was the BEST investment for my education I had ever made. I am currently a senior in high school and I wish somebody told me about these books earlier in my life.
 
brenneng said:
I am a high school student interested in physics and cosmology, but only have a math education that goes up to 8th grade (linear equations, just real simple stuff)

You should think of the math needed as part of learning the Physics. This book, for example, covers math through grade 12:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0387967877/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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brenneng said:
I am a high school student interested in physics and cosmology, but only have a math education that goes up to 8th grade (linear equations, just real simple stuff) I think I'm pretty goodarn at self teaching and want to get some books so I can work my way up to understandino physics.

The number one reccomended math books to create a foundation for any math/science future are the, Art of Problem Solving by Lehoczky/Rusczyk. http://www.artofproblemsolving.com/Store/contests.php. Buying the first and second volume together with the solution books was the BEST investment for my education I had ever made. I am currently a senior in high school and I wish somebody told me about these books earlier in my life.
 
i am self learning physics. have you ever worked your way backwards again after finishing most undergrad courses? i have textbooks for junior/senior physics courses in classical mechanics, electrodynamics, thermal physics, quantum mechanics, and mathematical methods for self learning. i have the Halliday Resnick sophomore book. working backwards, i checked out Conceptual Physics 11th edition by Hewitt and found this book very helpful. What i liked most was how stimulating the pictures...

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