Should I Use Irodov and Resnick, Halliday, Walker for AP Physics C Self-Study?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the suitability of using Irodov and Resnick, Halliday, Walker for self-studying AP Physics C, specifically focusing on Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism. Participants are sharing resources and recommendations for practice problems.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the advisability of using Irodov and Resnick, Halliday, Walker for AP Physics C self-study and seeks additional resources for practice problems.
  • Another participant suggests using Schuam's General Physics or similar problem books as a faster way to learn the material.
  • A different participant recommends Barron's and Princeton Review, indicating a preference based on time availability.
  • One participant mentions that Halliday, Resnick, and Krane is considered better than Walker and plans to purchase it for preparation, providing links to additional resources.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing opinions on which textbooks and resources are most effective for self-studying AP Physics C, indicating no consensus on the best approach.

Contextual Notes

Some recommendations depend on individual learning styles and time constraints, and the effectiveness of the suggested resources may vary based on personal preferences.

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Is it advisable to solve problems from Irodov and Resnick , Halliday , Walker for AP PHYSICS C :MECHANICS AND ELECTRICITY & MAGNETISM ?
I am self-studying, so any website links to practice problems(except Collegeboard) will be really helpful, please.

Thank you.
 
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If you want problems and solutions, then just get something like Schuam's General Physics or one of those 3000-problems-worked/solved-in-physics books. Those are probably the fastest way to learn the material.
 
I recommand Barron's and Princeton Review's. If you got the time, use barron's, otherwise use Princeton Review.
 
ive heard that halliday resnick krane is better than walker. I plan to buy it this summer to prepare myself for physics c. The book name is "physics." Any edition of it should be good.heres some websites:
http://simonster.com/mt/archives/000031.html
http://www.hippocampus.org/
 
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