AP Physics Textbooks

Test Preparation AP Sciences
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<p>I’m thinking about doing an AP Physics (probably AP Physics B) as an independent study; however, there’s not, nor have there ever been, AP Physics classes at my school. Therefore, I have no idea which textbook to use.</p>

<p>So, if you’re currently taking AP Physics, or have taken it, I would really appreciate it if you told me what textbook you’re using / you used. Also, while I said probably AP Physics B, I may do one of the AP Physics C courses, so the textbooks from those are appreciated as well.</p>

<p>Building on that, I would appreciate any help on deciding, for sure, which one to do (as in, which AP Physics).</p>

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<p>I’m in AP Physics C in my school, and we’re using Fundamentals of Physics 7e, Halliday/Resnick/Walker. It’s pretty good so far-- short, concice explanations but has great review problems for each chapter.</p>

<p>I heard for Physics B (algebra-based) Giancoli’s Physics textbook is the best bet… (don’t take my word for it though, I’d seek the opinion of someone who has taken, or is taking the class).</p>

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<p>We’re using Segway’s AP Physics B textbook. I like it, but I’m not sure how it is compared to the other texts out there.</p>

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<p>Our school uses the Giancoli textbooks. We also have a 97% pass rate. Coincidence :)? </p>

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<p>My school is (unfortunately) using the 4th edition of Physics for Scientists and Engineers by Tipler and Mosca (for AP Physics C). Do not get it.</p>

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<p>I love tippler’s book but it’s for Physics C. We uses Gianacolli’s (w/e) book for physics B and I got a 100 in the class and a 5 on the test. 90% of out class of 40 physics B students passed the test.</p>