Self-Study Economics: Textbook necessary?

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<p>Do you guys think a textbook is necessary to self study economics (macro and micro) to get a 5? If not, what study guide do you suggest that would do the job? I've heard Barrons so far, are there any better.</p>

<p>If a textbook is necessary, how can I find one? Our school only teaches a general overview of economics (non-AP or Honors), so their textbook may not be detailed enough. </p>

<p>Also, you guys dont think its too late to start self-studying? Test is in may, so if I start now, I have roughly 5 months to study. (I also want to study Psychology and Geography, and I'm taking APUSH and Lang as a class).</p>

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<p>No, I definitely think that Economics would be the easiest AP to self study for with a review book. Their isn't much material in either Macro or Micro so you still have plenty of time.</p>

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<p>Yeah no textbook necessary for sure, just use a good review book (not PR -- it sucks)</p>

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<p>How is Barrons for macro?</p>

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<p>So if no textbook necessary, which book should I use? Barrons for both macro and micro?</p>

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<p>just read princeton review the day before
you'll get 5's on both</p>

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<p>I think Barrons is a good choice...good luck! (PR is usually so good but not for macro/micro IMHO)</p>

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<p>The thing I've noticed about PR is that they kind of explain everything as if the person reading it is mentally challenged. I've noticed this with their SAT II books, but I don't know about AP.</p>

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<p>hehe same here^^
im taking macro online and im taking the exam for that at the end of the year...
i dont have a textbook..
i need a 5 - -
i dont know which study guide to get....
so... barrons?</p>

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<p>Don't get a textbook, it'll just confuse you.</p>

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<p>I like Barron's a lot, but sometimes it can be really confusing. I'm not sure about it's quality when it comes to Macro econ, but I'm sure that it will give you more than enough info, like it usually does. So, if you have time for it, get it. I think it would be best to get both the PR and the Barron's books used. It will probably cost around the price of a new one. </p>

<p>Someone with more information on the subject should answer.</p>

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<p>In my experience, a review book = enough information for the exam before forgetting what you learned. Please, only self-study a subject if you have a genuine interest and are willing to do more than the bare minimum, i.e., reading a textbook such as "Principles of Economics," articles, and related books such as "The Worldly Philosophers." Enjoy those and then read a review guide.</p>

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<p>Ok, well I bought the Barrons AP economics guide. Mind you, I have no prior knowledge in the subject, but I am highly interested in it. I read the first few pages and I can't wait to find the time (after midterms) to start studying.</p>

<p>What would you guys reocmmend is the best method to study from this book?</p>

<p>Also, rocket-resellers, you seem to have knowledge in the subjects, would you propose some un-orthodox ways of learning Economics, like by reading articles, and related books? If so, which books and articles do you recommend I start with? </p>

<p>Also, do you think "Principles of Economics" is something I should use?</p>