Suggestions for Jackson's E&M read-through companion?

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The discussion centers around seeking resources for studying Electricity and Magnetism (E&M) at a second-year university level, specifically looking for exam questions and exercises similar to those in Purcell's textbook. The user has already explored various online resources and books but is not fully satisfied with the offerings. They request recommendations for past exam papers or reliable online resources that provide solutions or detailed explanations. Another participant, a graduate student using J.D. Jackson's "Classical Electrodynamics," shares their experience of finding helpful online lecture notes and seeks additional recommendations for resources that align with Jackson's text, focusing on understanding the material rather than just solutions. Additionally, there is a mention of a book that covers RF/Microwave circuits and relativity, prompting inquiries about its content and suitability for those with weaker math skills.
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Hi. :)
I'm looking for exam questions or exercises on Electricity & Magnetism (with solution if possible). The level should be *roughly* equivalent to the exercises in Purcell, Electricity & Magnetism, Berkeley Physics Course (usually 2nd year at university) in content.
I've googled already and found a few exams on various websites (mitocw,etc.).
I've also checked some books (Griffith - however no solutions :(, Tipler, schaum...however I'm not 100% happy what these books offer me...).

So my question is: Does anyone know a good place where I can get some past papers
on E&M - a book, website or anything else? (Maybe one can email them to me)

Thanks in advance for the responses.

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Hi guys,

I'm a grad student working out of J.D. Jackson's "Classical Electrodynamics" 3rd ed.

I've been systematically working through the book, trying to wade through the "in-between steps" in the chapters. After some digging, I've found a few online resources where professors have posted copies of their lecture notes (which are very helpful when things get especially frustrating.)

I'm wondering if anyone has any recomendations for similar (and naturally, reliable) online resources which follow Jackson's text?

Note: I'm not looking for solutions to the problems, just the in-between steps in the chapter text.

Thanks! :)
 
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