Physics for the Utterly Confused [Paperback]

Robert Oman (Author), Daniel Oman (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0070482624 | ISBN-13: 978-0070482623 | Publication Date: July 1, 1998 | Edition: 1

All the Help You'll Ever Need!--The Utterly Confused Series

• Handy icons to help students visualize concepts and techniques
• 500 self-testing questions
• More than 200 examples and solved problems
• A summary of key points for every chapter

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

When it comes to understanding physics, even good students can be confused. Physics for the Utterly Confused is perfect for students first or second semester non-calculus based physics courses, and is equally useful to anyone taking their first physics course. Problems are thoroughly explained, show all the math steps and explain all the concepts. This book will help you understand how to do your homework problems and get ready for your exams.

Don't wait another minute­­get the answers now and go from utterly confused to totally prepared in no time!

About the Author

Dr. Daniel Oman received his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of South Florida. As a teaching assistant for five years, he tutored many utterly confused students one on one. He is currently Member of Technical Staff at Lucent Technologies. Dr. Robert Oman has taught mathematics and physics at many colleges and universities and is currently at the University of South Florida. He has also done research for Litton Industries, United Technologies, and NASA, where he developed the theoretical model for the first pressure gauge sent to the moon.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (July 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070482624
• ISBN-13: 978-0070482623
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #875,234 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty darn good, September 4, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Physics for the Utterly Confused (Paperback)

Although this book does not provide a wide array of problems, those it does present to the readers are thoroughly solved and explained. Potential readers should not rely on this book as a comprehensive presentation of Physics, but use it as a source of reference and clarification.

I highly appreciate the extensive nature in which the authors explain the nuances and conceptual aspects of the problems in the book. In addition, all the material is presented in a format which is very easy to read and use. I highly recommend it for anyone who needs supplemental material for the classes.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Uhm....Duh......, May 26, 2005

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Tinkertickergurl "Tinkergurl" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Physics for the Utterly Confused (Paperback)

I used this book along with my textbook, and it helped a lot. It presented the key points to focus on so when you go to class you have a better grasp on the concept. You cannot use it as a textbook because not all the problems you may have to work on is presented. Overall, it was an easy read and very clearly presented so you can follow the steps to the solution of a problem. I used it thru third semester physics. Good luck!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Still confused, June 9, 2007

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Caution (Bridgetown, Barbados) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Physics for the Utterly Confused (Paperback)

I think it is a great book for the older child or even adult who already has a basic working knowledge of physics and mathematics. The 13 year old beginner (such as my son, for whom it was bought) may not benefit substantially from this book, as I believe it assumes an existing knowledge of physics. The text could have included more explanations (in words), and examples of common problems to be solved.