What are some affordable textbooks for high school math and science self-study?

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This discussion focuses on affordable textbooks for high school math and science self-study, particularly at the calculus level. Participants recommend older editions of textbooks, emphasizing the value of Dover publications for inexpensive math and physics resources. Specific titles mentioned include "Fundamentals of Physics," which can be found for as low as $5. The conversation highlights the availability of free online resources, but also acknowledges the preference for physical books among some learners.

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  • Understanding of high school-level mathematics concepts
  • Familiarity with calculus principles
  • Knowledge of textbook sourcing and online search techniques
  • Basic research skills for locating free educational resources
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  • Explore Dover publications for affordable math and physics textbooks
  • Search for older editions of "Fundamentals of Physics" on online marketplaces
  • Investigate free online resources and PDF textbooks for self-study
  • Review the "So You Want to Be a Mathematician" thread for additional recommendations
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High school students, self-learners in mathematics and science, educators seeking budget-friendly resources, and anyone interested in calculus-level study materials.

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Hey guys; can anyone recommend some tough textbooks for math and science high school and calculus level. Not the 100$ new ones but some old ones such as some listed in the "So you want to be a mathematcian" thread? Thanks.
 
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They might be a little on the more advanced side, but Dover publishes a lot of inexpensive math and physics books.
 
Google is your friend, there are ton's of free textbook pdf's/online videos/courses out there.

If you really prefer text and not the computer screen though (some do), older editions of textbooks can be had for fewer than 10 dollars if you do enough searching. Fundamental’s of Physics is a good resource for physics, and older beat up editions I've seen selling for about 5 dollars. (Plus shipping of course.)

Maybe it's a little too advanced, but since it's self study(I'm assuming here), there is no deadline or rush to understand the material.
 

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