Physics (Masteringphysics)

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Intended for algebra-based introductory physics courses. An accessible problem-solving approach to physics grounded in real-world applications James Walkers 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 Walkers Physics for its friendly voice the authors 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. This text is also available in two volumes which can be purchased separately: Physics Fifth Edition Volume 1 ( includes Chapters 118) ISBN: 9780134031248 Physics Fifth Edition Volume 2 (includes Chapters 19-32) ISBN: 9780134031255 Also Available with MasteringPhysics MasteringPhysics from Pearson is the leading online homework tutorial and assessment system designed to improve results by engaging students before during and after class with powerful content. Instructors ensure students arrive ready to learn by assigning educationally effective content before class and encourage critical thinking and retention with in-class resources such as Learning Catalytics. Students can further master concepts after class through traditional and adaptive homework assignments that provide hints and answer-specific feedback. The Mastering gradebook records scores for all automatically graded assignments in one place while diagnostic tools give instructors access to rich data to assess student understanding and misconceptions. Mastering brings learning full circle by continuously adapting to each student and making learning more personal than everbefore during and after class. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MasteringPhysics does not come packaged with this content. Students if interested in purchasing this title with MasteringPhysics ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MasteringPhysics search for: 0321993764 / 9780321993762 Physics Plus MasteringPhysics with eText -- Access Card Package 5/e Package consists of: 0321976444 / 9780321976444 Physics 5/e 0321980395 / 9780321980397 MasteringPhysics with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Physics 5/e