Source for High School physics problems?

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For tutoring high school students in physics, a comprehensive source of problems is essential. Irodov's Problems in General Physics is noted for its extensive collection of around 2000 problems across various topics, including mechanics, thermodynamics, electrodynamics, oscillations, optics, and atomic physics. However, it is considered quite challenging, making it less suitable for students needing more standard textbook problems. The discussion emphasizes the need for resources that provide a balance of difficulty, focusing on more accessible problems to effectively support junior and senior students in their studies.
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I'm going to be tutoring HS students (junior and senior) in physics soon enough. I need to have a good, comprehensive source of problems. Any suggestions?
 
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Irodov's Problems in General Physics is excellent but pricey. With about 2000 problems, the book covers I: Mechanics, II: Thermodynamics and Molecular Physics, III: Electrodynamics, IV: Oscillations and Waves, V: Optics, and VI: Atomic and Nuclear Physics. Many of the problems are quite difficult, but there are some easy ones for each section too.
 
I own Irodov. Way too challenging. I'm talking about run of the mill textbook problems.
 

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