Physics for Scientists and Engineers

by James S Walker

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Intended for algebra-based introductory physics courses.

An accessible, problem-solving approach to physics, grounded in real-world applications

James Walker's Physics provides students with a solid conceptual understanding of physics that can be expressed quantitatively and applied to the world around them. Instructors and students praise Walker's Physics for its friendly voice, the author's talent for making complex concepts understandable, an inviting art program, and the range of excellent homework problems and example-types that provide guidance with problem solving. The Fifth Edition includes new "just-in-time" learning aids such as "Big Ideas" to quickly orient students to the overarching principles of each chapter, new Real-World Physics and Biological applications, and a wealth of problem-solving support features to coach students through the process of applying logic and reasoning to problem solving.The Fifth Edition is accompanied by MasteringPhysics, the leading online homework, tutorial, and assessment system.

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  • ISBN10 0131019686
  • ISBN13 9780131019683
  • Publish Date 28 January 2016
  • Publish Status Cancelled
  • Out of Print 20 March 2021
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Pearson
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 1280
  • Language English